Easy Chicken Cobbler Dinner Casserole Recipe
Introduction
This Easy Chicken Cobbler Dinner Casserole is a comforting, all-in-one meal perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender shredded chicken, savory vegetables, and a cheesy biscuit topping, it’s delicious and simple to prepare.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter (1 stick, melted)
- 4 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
- 1 (12 oz) bag frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 (11.36 oz) box Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth (about 2 cups)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- Seasonings to taste (garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper recommended)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375° F and grease the sides of a large 9×13 baking dish.
- Step 2: Melt the butter and spread it evenly onto the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Step 3: Add shredded chicken in a single layer over the melted butter.
- Step 4: Evenly place the frozen mixed vegetables over the chicken and sprinkle with your chosen seasonings—garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper work great. Avoid adding extra salt.
- Step 5: In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix, and the seasoning packet from the biscuit mix. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables. Do not stir.
- Step 6: In the same bowl, whisk the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth together, then pour evenly over the biscuit mixture. Again, do not stir.
- Step 7: Bake uncovered in the center of the oven for 55-65 minutes until the top is a deep golden brown. Check for doneness starting at 55 minutes as oven temperatures can vary.
- Step 8: Remove from the oven and let rest for about 10 minutes so the sauce thickens before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese on top about 10 minutes before the casserole finishes baking.
- Replace frozen mixed vegetables with fresh broccoli, peas, or corn for a different vegetable profile.
- To make it spicier, mix in a pinch of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes with the seasonings.
- Using rotisserie chicken saves prep time but leftover roasted chicken or cooked chicken breast works well too.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat covered in the microwave or oven until warmed through. This casserole does not freeze well due to the biscuit topping becoming soggy.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
You can assemble it a few hours before baking and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Just add a little extra baking time if baking from cold.
What can I use instead of the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix?
If you don’t have biscuit mix, you can use your favorite biscuit dough or a homemade biscuit topping recipe, though the flavor may vary slightly.
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Easy Chicken Cobbler Dinner Casserole Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
Description
This Easy Chicken Cobbler Dinner Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish featuring shredded chicken, mixed vegetables, and a rich cheddar bay biscuit topping. Perfect for a quick family meal, it combines creamy chicken soup and chicken broth with the savory biscuit mix baked to a golden finish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup butter (1 stick melted)
- 4 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie recommended)
- 1 (12oz) bag frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 (11.36oz) box Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 (14.5oz) can chicken broth (about 2 cups)
- 1 (10.5oz) can cream of chicken soup
Seasonings
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the baking dish: Preheat your oven to 375° F and grease the sides of a large 9×13 inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Melt and spread butter: Melt ½ cup of butter fully and pour it evenly on the bottom of the greased baking dish to create a rich base for the casserole.
- Layer chicken: Arrange 4 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken in a single layer directly over the melted butter to form the first layer of the casserole.
- Add frozen vegetables and seasonings: Evenly place a 12oz bag of frozen mixed vegetables over the chicken layer, then sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper over the vegetables according to your taste, but use little to no additional salt.
- Prepare biscuit batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups whole milk, the biscuit mix including its seasoning packet. Pour this mixture evenly over the layered chicken and vegetables without stirring, allowing it to soak into the ingredients below.
- Add cream soup and broth layer: In the same bowl, whisk together the 10.5oz can of cream of chicken soup and 14.5oz can of chicken broth. Pour this mixture evenly over the top of the biscuit batter layer, again without stirring.
- Bake the casserole: Place the dish uncovered on the middle rack of your oven and bake for 55 to 65 minutes. The casserole is ready when the biscuit topping is a deep golden brown. Check at 55 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- Rest and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes. This resting period helps the sauce thicken and makes serving easier and less messy.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick, flavorful starting point.
- Do not stir after adding the biscuit mix and liquid layers to maintain proper layering and texture.
- Adjust seasonings carefully, especially salt, since the biscuit mix and soup broth can be salty.
- Check the casserole in the final minutes as oven temperatures vary.
- Let the dish rest before serving to allow flavors to meld and sauce to thicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chicken casserole, Cheddar Bay biscuit casserole, easy dinner, comfort food, chicken and vegetable bake, baked chicken casserole
