Creamy Chicken Zucchini Casserole
This comforting and healthy chicken zucchini casserole is the ultimate weeknight solution for busy households. Combining tender shredded chicken, fresh zucchini, and a savory sour cream base, this dish is topped with a golden layer of mozzarella and parmesan cheese. It is a budget-friendly, effortless meal that brings minimal cleanup and maximum flavor to your dinner table. Perfect for using up rotisserie chicken, this family-friendly dish is sure to become a regular in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped zucchini, shredded chicken, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the ingredients until the chicken and zucchini are evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese generously over the top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Keep zucchini chunks large to ensure they maintain a firm texture after baking. This recipe is an excellent way to utilize leftover rotisserie chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 680mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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