Best 6 Creamy Chicken Hot Dish Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our delectable Creamy Chicken Hot Dish, a classic Midwestern casserole that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and fluffy rice. This hearty dish is not only a nostalgic favorite but also a versatile recipe that allows for endless variations.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll present you with a step-by-step recipe for the classic Creamy Chicken Hot Dish, along with exciting variations that cater to different dietary preferences and flavor profiles. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner looking for a crowd-pleasing dish, this article has everything you need to create a creamy, flavorful, and satisfying hot dish that will warm your soul.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN HOT DISH



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"When my brother and his wife came over to visit after our third child was born, they brought this comforting creamy dish for supper," recalls Amber Dudley of New Prague, Minnesota. "It's become a favorite since then."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (26 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 package (24 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup french-fried onions

Steps:

  • In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer the potatoes, vegetables and chicken. In a large bowl, combine soups and broth; pour over chicken (dish will be full). , Cover and bake at 375° for 1 hour. Uncover; sprinkle with french-fried onions. Bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 1064mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

CHICKEN POT HOTDISH



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 carrots, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
Chicken soup mix for 3 cups broth (about 1 tablespoon)
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped into 1/2-by-3/4-inch pieces
3/4 cup frozen peas
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds frozen tater tots
Ketchup, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the carrots, onion and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring, until soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in the flour until combined and then cook for 1 minute. Add half the milk and cook, whisking continuously, until thickened, about 5 minutes; repeat with the remaining milk. Stir in the chicken soup mix and then add the chicken, peas, thyme and a few turns of pepper. Simmer, stirring often, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes. Taste the mixture and adjust the seasonings if desired.
  • Transfer the mixture to an 8-by-11-inch baking dish (or other 3-quart ovensafe dish) and then cover with the tater tots. Make them snuggly and neat. Bake until the tots are golden brown; begin checking for doneness at 30 minutes. Let cool slightly and serve with ketchup, if desired.

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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When it comes to weeknight dinner, casseroles are king. This super-simple, five-ingredient chicken casserole recipe comes together quickly and bakes up beautifully. It's sure to be your quick-meal go to for at-home dinners and a reliable favorite for bake-and-take potluck dinners.

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 cans (10.5 oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
3 cups Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place chicken evenly in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon and spread soup evenly over chicken; sprinkle with cheese.
  • In medium bowl, stir bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over cheese. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread crumbs are golden brown and thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1060 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

CHICKEN WILD RICE HOTDISH



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup wild rice, rinsed and drained
Kosher salt
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 carrots, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 sleeves butter crackers, such as Townhouse, crushed (approximately 2 cups)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 rotisserie chicken, meat shredded (about 4 cups)
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Ketchup, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the wild rice, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 2 cups water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook until al dente, about 30 minutes. Drain the rice and set it aside.
  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, celery, onion and a pinch of salt and cook until the vegetables are softened, 12 to 15 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Mix together the chicken stock and cream in a measuring cup. Add a third of the stock mixture to the pot and cook until thickened slightly, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in another third of the mixture and cook another minute or two. Add the remaining third and cook until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. The soup should coat the back of a spoon. Add the rosemary, black pepper and salt to taste. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
  • Mix the butter crackers and olive oil in a bowl. Set aside.
  • In a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish, spread a third of the soup on the bottom of the dish. Spread half of the rice on top of the soup and follow with half of the shredded chicken spread across the rice. Repeat the layers, then top with the remaining third of the soup mixture. Top with the butter cracker mixture. Bake until bubbly, about 45 minutes. If the cracker topping is getting too browned, cover with foil.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with ketchup on the side!

CLASSIC CHICKEN AND WILD RICE HOTDISH



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Provided by Amy Thielen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup natural wild rice
Fine sea salt
1 bay leaf
6 tablespoons salted butter, plus more for the baking dish
2 leeks, white and light green parts, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2/3 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh)
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
2 cups roughly chopped cooked chicken
4 ounces aged Gouda or aged cheddar cheese, grated (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 cups coarsely ground buttery crackers (such as Ritz or Club; about 2 sleeves)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Put the rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse it under cold running water, swishing the rice with your hand until the water runs clear. Transfer the rice to a medium bowl and add water to cover. Pour off any black bits or floating kernels, pour the rice back into the sieve to drain, then put it in a small saucepan. Add 1 1/4 cups water, a pinch of salt and the bay leaf; bring to a simmer. Cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Cook 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has evaporated. (If liquid remains after the rice is done, drain it in a sieve.)
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Heat the butter in a large high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the leeks and celery and season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the flour to the vegetables and stir until well combined. Pour in the milk and bring to a simmer, whisking to prevent any lumps. Add the cream, chicken stock, thyme, nutmeg and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Simmer over low heat until the floury taste dissipates, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the cooked chicken, wild rice (minus the bay leaf) and half of the cheese and heat until the cheese melts.
  • Put the crushed crackers in a heavy plastic bag and add 1/4 teaspoon pepper and the olive oil. Shake to combine and set aside.
  • Rub a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with a thin layer of soft butter. Pour the chicken mixture into the dish and top with the remaining cheese. Bake 25 minutes.
  • Pull the dish from the oven, sprinkle the cracker mixture over the top and bake until the crackers turn golden brown and the mixture bubbles in the center, 15 to 20 more minutes. Serve immediately.

CREAMY CHICKEN HOT DISH



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This recipe is like dessert to me! I don't recall where I found it, but it's pure comfort food and sinfully DELICIOUS! I use cheese in place of the potato chips, but who says you can't have both?

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 celery ribs, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
10 3/4 ounces cream of chicken soup
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups cooked rice
1 cup crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until crisp-tender. Place in a bowl an add mayonnaise, soup, peas, lemon juice, and salt.
  • Stir in cooked chicken and rice.
  • Transfer to a greased 11x7x2" baking dish. Sprinkle with potato chips and bake uncovered at 350 for 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.5, Fat 29.4, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 76.9, Sodium 1242.3, Carbohydrate 41.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 6.4, Protein 22.3

Tips:

  • Use a combination of boneless, skinless chicken breasts and thighs for a more flavorful dish.
  • Don't overcook the chicken; it should be cooked through but still juicy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your hot dish, such as peas, carrots, celery, and onions.
  • Be sure to season the hot dish well with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Top the hot dish with a creamy sauce made with cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream.
  • Serve the hot dish with a side of noodles or rice.

Conclusion:

Creamy Chicken Hot Dish is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it with a lot of vegetables or a creamy sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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