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Baked cheesy chicken zucchini casserole with golden crust and creamy layers on a rustic table

Creamy Chicken Zucchini Casserole You’ll Love to Bake


  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This creamy chicken zucchini casserole combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and a cheesy sauce for a comforting one-dish meal. Perfect for weeknights or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and versatile with leftovers.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium zucchinis, sliced into half moons
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • butter or nonstick spray for greasing

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.

    2. Slice zucchini into thin half moons and pat dry with paper towels.

    3. In a skillet, sauté zucchini with a little butter, salt, and garlic powder until slightly softened, then set aside.

    4. Shred the rotisserie chicken and season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.

    5. In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, and half of the shredded cheeses until smooth.

    6. Spread a thin layer of sauce in the bottom of the dish, then layer zucchini, chicken, sauce, and cheese, repeating until ingredients are used.

    7. Combine panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the top, then finish with remaining cheese.

    8. Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, until the top is golden and the edges are bubbling.

    9. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 35 minutes
    • Category: main course
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 350
    • Sugar: 4
    • Sodium: 600
    • Fat: 18
    • Saturated Fat: 9
    • Unsaturated Fat: 6
    • Trans Fat: 0.5
    • Carbohydrates: 22
    • Fiber: 2
    • Protein: 25
    • Cholesterol: 75

    Keywords: creamy chicken zucchini casserole, chicken zucchini casserole, zucchini casserole, baked casserole, one dish meal, comfort food, weeknight dinner