Best Hot Overnight Chicken Casserole Recipes

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OVERNIGHT CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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I don't know where this casserole originated, but the recipe was given to me some 40 years ago. It's my family's all-time favorite. Not only is it a great "company" meal, it's also well-received at potluck dinners. -Johnie Mae Barber, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 slices day-old white bread
4 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 to 8 slices process American cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 jar (2 ounces) chopped pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Remove the crusts from bread and set aside. Arrange bread slices in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with chicken; cover with the mushrooms and water chestnuts. , In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, mayonnaise and salt. Pour over chicken. Arrange cheese on top. Combine soups and pimientos; pour over cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Crumble reserved crusts; toss with melted butter. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/4 hours or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 1093mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

HOT CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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A comforting hot dish with a crisp top, this hearty casserole will warm you from the inside out.-Carol Wilson, DeKalb, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cups mayonnaise
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
2 cups cooked rice
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 teaspoon grated onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
TOPPING:
2 cups crushed cornflakes
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine first eight ingredients. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 40-45 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles up to 3 months. To use, remove from the freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Preheat oven to 350°. Cover with foil and bake 1-1/2 hours. Uncover; bake until bubbly and heated through, 10-15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts :

OVERNIGHT CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Very easy casserole. Prepare the night before and pop into the oven and let it bake. EDIT:I had someone email me asking if the macaroni is cooked or uncooked. I've fixed the recipe so it says, but it is uncooked macaroni.

Provided by Schnookie Wookums

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time P1DT1h

Yield 1 9x13x2 inch dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (7 ounce) package shell macaroni (uncooked)
1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 (2 ounce) can mushrooms
2 cups diced cheddar cheese or 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in large bowl.
  • Cover in fridge overnight.
  • Remove from fridge 1 hour before baking.
  • Stir and put in greased/buttered 9x13x2 casserole dish.
  • Bake 350 F, for 1 hour (til bubbling in center).

HOT CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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A warm, flavor-filled dish that can be prepared far in advance. A good pick for large groups, or small dish that's not too heavy of a dinner. It can also be varied in several ways. This dish does not need to be cooked and can be served cold.

Provided by TINK75

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup chopped celery
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
½ cup slivered toasted almonds
1 (2 ounce) jar chopped pimento peppers
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup grated Cheddar cheese
½ cup crumbled French fried onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine chicken, mayonnaise, celery, water chestnuts, almonds, pimento peppers, dried onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a 2-quart casserole dish. Top with Cheddar cheese and French fried onions.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 50.3 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 684.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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When it comes to weeknight dinner, casseroles are king. This super-simple, five-ingredient chicken casserole recipe comes together quickly and bakes up beautifully. It's sure to be your quick-meal go to for at-home dinners and a reliable favorite for bake-and-take potluck dinners.

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 cans (10.5 oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
3 cups Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place chicken evenly in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon and spread soup evenly over chicken; sprinkle with cheese.
  • In medium bowl, stir bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over cheese. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread crumbs are golden brown and thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1060 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

HOT OVERNIGHT CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Family favorite. Good served with cranberry or jell-o salad and hot rolls with butter.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 c cooked chicken or turkey
2 c celery, diced or chopped fine
3/4 to 1 c mayonnaise dressing
1/4 tsp accent
dash of pepper
1 tsp seasoned salt
4 hard boiled eggs, sliced or chopped
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2/3 c almonds, chopped
1/2 c ripe olives, sliced
2 tsp minced onion
1 1/2 c cheddar cheese, shredded or grated
1 1/2 c crushed potato chips or french fried onion rings
1 c cream of mushroom or chicken soup,undiluted

Steps:

  • 1. Place chicken in a sprayed 9x13-inch baking dish. add eggs. Combine celery and olives and spread evenly over chicken and eggs. Combine soup,mayonnaise,salt,pepper,accent, onion and lemon juice and pour over casserole.Top with potato chips and cheese and then almonds. (at this point it can be covered and chilled overnight) or bake it now at 400^ for 20-25 minutes.
  • 2. Note: This has been a very popular recipe on Capitol Hill.

OVERNIGHT CHICKEN CASSEROLE FOR FIFTY



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Posting in response to a request for an overnight chicken casserole that serves 50 people. Prep time does not include overnight refrigeration.

Provided by TGirl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h35m

Yield 50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

20 cups chicken, cooked and cubed
2 lbs macaroni, cooked and drained
36 ounces canned sliced mushrooms, drained
8 ounces diced pimentos, drained
2 large green peppers, chopped
2 large onions, chopped
4 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of celery soup
4 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
2 lbs American cheese, cubed
1 1/3 cups milk
4 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
2 cups corn flakes, crushed
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, macaroni, mushrooms, pimientos, peppers and onions.
  • In seperate bowl, combine soups, cheese, milk, basil, and lemon pepper, then add to chicken mixture.
  • Pour 12 cups of mixture into four greased 9 x 13 inch baking pans.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
  • Combine corn flakes and melted butter, and sprinkle over casseroles.
  • Cover with tin foil and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Makes 45 to 50 one-cup servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.9, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 17.7, Sodium 538.2, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2, Protein 7.8

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