Cheesy Chicken Swiss Casserole
Delight your family and friends with this comforting Cheesy Chicken Swiss Casserole, a perfect blend of cubed chicken, crunchy croutons, and creamy Swiss cheese. This dish combines mild flavors with a satisfying texture, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or a cozy gathering. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation method, you can whip up this delightful casserole in less than an hour. Serve it hot, and watch it disappear!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
cubed cooked chicken
4 cups (Cooked and cubed)
diced celery
2 cups (Diced)
seasoned croutons
2 cups (Small-sized)
reduced-fat Swiss cheese
227 g (Shredded)
Miracle Whip light
1 cup (N/A)
milk
1/2 cup (N/A)
diced onion
1/4-1/2 cup (Diced)
salt
1 teaspoon (N/A)
pepper
1/8 teaspoon (N/A)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a pan, season the cubed cooked chicken with salt, pepper, and your choice of garlic powder or preferred seasonings. Cook over medium heat until the chicken is heated through and no longer pink. Remove from heat and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced celery, diced onion, Miracle Whip light, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir the mixture until well combined.
4
Add in all but about 1/2 cup of the shredded Swiss cheese to the mixing bowl, mixing until evenly distributed.
5
Gently fold in the cooked chicken to the mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
6
Carefully stir in the seasoned croutons, keeping a portion aside for topping the casserole.
7
In a greased casserole dish, pour in the chicken and mixture, spreading it evenly.
8
Top the casserole with the reserved croutons and the remaining Swiss cheese.
9
Cover the dish with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
10
After 40 minutes, remove the cover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the top is golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheesy Chicken Swiss Casserole?
It is a comforting dish made with cubed cooked chicken, crunchy seasoned croutons, and creamy Swiss cheese, ideal for family dinners.
What oven temperature is required?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking the casserole.
How much cooked chicken do I need?
The recipe calls for 4 cups of cubed cooked chicken.
Should the chicken be seasoned?
Yes, you should season the cooked chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder or your choice of seasonings while heating it through.
What type of cheese is used?
The recipe specifies 227 grams of shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese.
How much celery is included?
You will need 2 cups of diced celery for this recipe.
What kind of croutons are best?
The recipe recommends 2 cups of small-sized seasoned croutons.
What is the base of the creamy sauce?
The sauce is made using 1 cup of Miracle Whip light mixed with 1/2 cup of milk.
How much onion should I use?
You can use between 1/4 to 1/2 cup of diced onion depending on your preference.
How much salt is used in the sauce?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of salt in the mixing bowl mixture.
How much pepper is added to the mixture?
The recipe calls for 1/8 teaspoon of pepper in the main mixture.
Do I need to grease the baking dish?
Yes, the mixture should be poured into a greased casserole dish.
How long does the casserole bake while covered?
The casserole should be baked covered with a lid or foil for 40 minutes.
Is there a final uncovered baking step?
Yes, after 40 minutes, remove the cover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
How do I know when the casserole is finished?
It is ready when the cheese is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Can I prepare this in less than an hour?
Yes, with simple ingredients and easy methods, this dish can be whipped up in less than 60 minutes.
What texture can I expect?
The dish offers a blend of mild flavors with a satisfying texture from the crunchy croutons and melted cheese.
What should I do with the remaining Swiss cheese?
Reserve about 1/2 cup of the shredded Swiss cheese to top the casserole before baking.
How are the croutons divided?
Most croutons are stirred into the mixture, but a portion should be kept aside to top the casserole.
What is the first step of preparation?
The first step is to preheat your oven and then season and heat the cubed chicken in a pan.
Is Miracle Whip light required?
The recipe specifically lists 1 cup of Miracle Whip light as an ingredient.
Can I add extra seasonings?
Yes, you can use your preferred seasonings or garlic powder when preparing the chicken.
Should I serve this dish hot?
Yes, it is recommended to serve the casserole warm immediately after baking.
Is this a good recipe for a weeknight?
Yes, it is described as an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or a cozy gathering.
How many main ingredients are there?
There are 9 primary ingredients used in this recipe.
How do I incorporate the chicken?
Gently fold the cooked chicken into the mixture of celery, onion, and sauce until well coated.
What is the purpose of the milk?
The 1/2 cup of milk helps create the creamy consistency of the casserole sauce.
Is this dish considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged and described as a comforting and delightful casserole.
Can I use regular Swiss cheese?
While the recipe specifies reduced-fat Swiss cheese, shredded Swiss cheese is the primary requirement.
What size should the celery be?
The celery should be diced for even distribution throughout the casserole.