Description
This comforting Cornbread Casserole Recipe combines tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy base topped with a golden layer of cornbread. A delicious and hearty meal perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Mixture:
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes OR 2 cups cooked chicken in bite-size pieces
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1 bag frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/3 cup flour
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cornbread Topping:
- 1 box cornbread mix (1 large or 2 small), prepared according to directions on the box
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: If cooking chicken, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot. Add cubed chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until done, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Vegetable Base: Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook for 2 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and cook until warmed through.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes. Whisk in chicken broth gradually, then add milk. Cook until thickened. Stir in cooked chicken.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Top with prepared cornbread mix, spreading evenly.
- Bake: Follow the cornbread mix baking directions. Bake at 400°F for 22-26 minutes or until the cornbread is cooked through.
- Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 400 calories
- Sugar: Varies
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: Varies
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Cholesterol: Varies
