This Chicken and Pasta Casserole with Mixed Vegetables recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love. It is a perfect combination of tender chicken, pasta, and a variety of colorful vegetables baked in a creamy sauce. It is a comforting and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 2 cups cooked pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as carrots, peas, and corn)
- 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked pasta, and mixed vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, milk, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the soup mixture over the chicken, pasta, and vegetables. Gently stir until everything is well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
This casserole can be customized by adding your favorite vegetables or using different types of pasta.
Leftovers of this casserole make a delicious lunch the next day.
This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to accommodate different serving sizes.