Cheesy Chicken Casserole

Creamy, cheesy and delicious...everything a casserole should be. It won't take long to make and it will take even less time for this dish to become a family favorite.

Cheesy Chicken Casserole

Ingredients

For 0006 Person(s)

Recipe

  • 1 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1 teaspoon(s) pepper
  • 2 cup(s) penne pasta
  • 1/2 cup(s) low fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup(s) low fat shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon(s) light butter
  • 1/3 cup(s) reduced fat sour cream
  • 1/4 cup(s) low fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup(s) frozen peas
  • 1 cup(s) frozen carrots
  • 1/3 cup(s) plain breadcrumbs

Directions

    1. Preheat oven to 350ยบ.
    2. Boil the pasta in salted water, according to package directions.
    3. Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. 
    4. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
    5. Cook, turning once for about 5 minutes on each side.
    6. Transfer to a plate , cut into cubes and keep warm.
    7. Drain pasta and return to the pot.
    8. Stir in shredded cheese, butter, sour cream, and cream cheese, until creamy.
    9. Add peas, carrots and chicken.
    10. Transfer mixture to casserole dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
    11. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until browned on top.
    12. Serve hot.