Description
This Chicken Cobbler Dinner Casserole is a comforting American classic that combines tender shredded chicken, vegetables, and a creamy savory topping baked to golden perfection. Featuring a rich blend of cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, and a biscuit-like batter, this easy-to-make casserole is perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
Dairy and Cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Liquids
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and to help the casserole cook evenly.
- Layer Chicken and Vegetables: Spread the shredded chicken evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Then layer the frozen mixed vegetables, followed by the chopped onion, celery, and shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken.
- Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually stir in the milk until a smooth batter forms.
- Add Batter Over Layers: Pour the batter gently over the chicken and vegetable layers in the dish. Be careful not to stir, as you want to keep the layers intact.
- Prepare Soup Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup until well combined.
- Pour Soup Mixture: Slowly pour the soup mixture over the batter layer in the casserole dish, again without stirring, to maintain distinct layers.
- Top with Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the casserole to enhance flavor and browning.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is a beautiful golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes to set before serving. This will help the layers firm up and make serving easier.
Notes
- For extra flavor, season the cooked chicken with fresh or dried herbs such as thyme or rosemary before layering.
- Leftover rotisserie chicken works wonderfully in this recipe to save time and add additional flavor.
- Feel free to use different cheeses like Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a variation in taste.
- Make sure not to stir after pouring the batter and soup mixture to maintain signature cobbler layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
