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Amish Chicken Corn Casserole

Amish Chicken Corn Casserole: Comfort Food at Its Best

Amish Chicken Corn Casserole is a heartwarming dish that transforms simple ingredients into a creamy delight, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine Amish
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • casserole dish

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce

  • ½ cup Butter adds richness and helps form a creamy base
  • ½ cup Flour thickens the sauce
  • 2 cups Milk foundation of creamy sauce; can use almond or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavors; adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper adds spice; black or white pepper based on preference

For the Filling

  • 3 cups Cooked, shredded chicken leftovers or rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups Sweet corn frozen or canned

For the Topping

  • 1 cup Ritz cracker crumbs can substitute with panko

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients and kitchen tools.
  • Melt ½ cup of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in ½ cup of flour to create a roux.
  • Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens. Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and 2 cups of sweet corn. Pour the creamy sauce over and fold together.
  • Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup of Ritz cracker crumbs over the top of the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbling and golden.

Notes

Feel free to customize with spices, herbs or veggies like bell peppers or broccoli to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Amish Chicken Corn Casserole, casserole, comfort food, Easy Dinner, leftover chicken, quick meals
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