Chicken Cornbread Casserole

Chicken Cornbread Casserole Recipe – an easy weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy! Chicken, cream of chicken, sour cream, milk, onion, garlic, cheddar cheese, Jiffy mix, egg, creamed corn, and butter. Comfort food at its best! One bite and this casserole is sure to earn a spot in your dinner rotation!

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Easy Chicken Cornbread Casserole

Stop what you are doing and add this Chicken Cornbread Casserole to your menu!  Tender cooked chicken, bathed in a velvety blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk, all nestled in a bed of ooey-gooey cheese. And that’s just the beginning! The cornbread crust is where the magic happens! A golden, buttery Jiffy mix cornbread layer infused with creamy creamed corn and eggs that bakes to perfection. This recipe is comfort food at its best! Every bite is the perfect blend of textures and flavors, from creamy to savory to slightly sweet. Whether you’re feeding your family or impressing guests at a gathering, this casserole is a surefire hit that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.

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How to Make Chicken Cornbread Casserole

This casserole is effortless to make with only a few simple ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, milk, salt, and black pepper. Add cooked chopped chicken and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl. Stir well. Pour chicken mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.

In the same bowl, combine Jiffy cornbread muffin mix, creamed corn, an egg, and melted butter. Spread cornbread batter over the chicken layer. Bake in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cornbread topping comes out clean. Garnish with dried parsley.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

  • You can use any cooked chicken that you have on hand. Rotisserie chicken, chicken breasts, chicken thighs, chicken tenderloins, or canned chicken will all work fine.
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade Cream of Chicken Souphttps://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-cream-of-chicken-soup/
    • If using store-bought soup, I suggest using Salt-Free Cream of Chicken Soup. 
    • I buy salt-free Cream of Chicken Soup at Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ov6YeH
  • Can I freeze Cornbread Casserole? Yes! Bake the casserole and cool to room temperature. Cove the casserole dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
    • Thaw and reheat in the microwave.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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What to Serve with Chicken Casserole

Let’s talk about the perfect side dishes to complement this easy main dish. First off, a vibrant garden salad with fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty vinaigrette – the crispiness of the salad will provide a lovely contrast to the hearty casserole. If you’re looking to add some veggies to the mix, consider a side of green beans or roasted asparagus for that perfect balance. And last but not least, you can’t go wrong with a side of our favorite Teriyaki Broccoli and mushrooms. No matter what you serve with this easy casserole, it is sure to become a family favorite!

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Chicken Cornbread Casserole

Yield: 6 people
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Chicken Cornbread Casserole Recipe – an easy weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy! Chicken, cream of chicken, sour cream, milk, onion, garlic, cheddar cheese, Jiffy mix, egg, creamed corn, and butter. Comfort food at its best! One bite and this casserole is sure to earn a spot in your dinner rotation!

Ingredients:

Chicken Filling

Cornbread Topping

  • 1 (8.5-oz) box Jiffy Mix cornbread
  • 1 (14.75-oz) can creamed corn
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 Tbsp melted butter

Instructions:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cooked chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper and shredded cheese.
  • Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  • In the same bowl, whisk together jiffy mix, creamed corn, egg, and melted butter.
  • Spread cornbread batter over the chicken mixture.
  • Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, until the cornbread is golden brown.

Notes:

  • You can use any cooked chicken that you have on hand. Rotisserie chicken, chicken breasts, chicken thighs, chicken tenderloins, or canned chicken will all work fine.
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-cream-of-chicken-soup/
    • If using store-bought soup, I suggest using Salt-Free Cream of Chicken Soup. 
    • I buy salt-free Cream of Chicken Soup at Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ov6YeH
  • Can I freeze Cornbread Casserole? Yes! Bake the casserole and cool to room temperature. Cove the casserole dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. 
    • Thaw and reheat in the microwave.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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    1. I have only made the recipe as written, so I can not say. You will need to make adjustments to the recipe, as regular corn isn’t not a good substitute for creamed corn in this recipe.

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