HEARTY CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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Bring the flavors of the Southwest to the table with this delectable high-fiber dish from Jenny Ebert of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The cheesy topping and creamy consistency are sure to win 'em over!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute celery and onion in oil until tender. Stir in chicken, beans, chili powder and cumin; heat through. , Transfer to a shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine tomatoes and soup; pour over chicken mixture. , Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake according to directions. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

E.C. GRAY-PEOPLES
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I would add more seasoning next time.


Rea Labine
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This casserole is a bit bland.


Mamoon Bhutto
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The casserole was topped with a crispy crust.


dabdulshakur Yusuf
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The sauce was creamy and cheesy.


Mycel
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The vegetables were tender and flavorful.


Jay Legend
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The chicken was cooked perfectly.


Heba Ramzy
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This casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal.


Lillian Nkeiruka
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This casserole was a hit with my family!


Malik Ziafat
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I will definitely be making this again.


Jahangir Abdul Razzaq
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Yum!


Tiger Ozair
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This casserole was easy to make and turned out delicious! The chicken was moist and tender, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the casserole was topped with a golden brown crust.


Demo Lama
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more seasoning next time. However, the chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender.


Sukur Ali
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I followed the recipe exactly and the casserole turned out great! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the casserole was topped with a crispy crust. I will definitely be m


Ronda Mabry
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This casserole was easy to make and turned out delicious! The chicken was moist and tender, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the casserole was topped with a golden brown crust. I will definitely be mak


Nayan Dash
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the casserole was topped with a crispy crust. I wil


suleman Mia
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This hearty chicken casserole was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the casserole was topped with a golden brown crust. I will definitely be makin