Hearty Chicken and Green Bean Casserole

Portions:6
Cooking Time:1 hour
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Equipment

  • 9″ x 13″ baking dish
  • Mixing spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts cooked and diced
  • 2 cans 14.5 oz each green beans, drained
  • 1 can 8 oz water chestnuts, sliced
  • 2 cans 10.5 oz each cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Cheddar cheese grated

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare Chicken:

  • Cook the chicken breasts until fully cooked, then dice them into bite-sized pieces.

Mix Sauce:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, and lemon juice.
  • Mix well until smooth.

Assemble Casserole:

  • In a 9″ x 13″ baking dish, layer the ingredients as follows:

Green beans

  • Cooked and diced chicken breasts
  • Sliced water chestnuts
  • Soup mixture
  • Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Bake:

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the mixture is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this comforting Hearty Chicken and Green Bean Casserole with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio. The wine’s crisp acidity and fruity notes will complement the creamy sauce and add a refreshing touch to the meal.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 480 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 33 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course Casserole / Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American
Diets Gluten Free