Monterey Chicken Pierogi Casserole Recipe – tender pierogi dumplings, savory chicken, spinach, gooey Monterey Jack cheese, and crunchy french fried onions baked in a creamy sauce. It’s a hearty and satisfying meal that’s easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends and family. Everyone always asks for seconds. Try it today!
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This Monterey Chicken Pierogi Casserole is an absolute flavor explosion! Tender pierogi dumplings, ooey gooey cheese, juicy chicken, and vibrant spinach. It’s like a warm hug for your taste buds! Trust me, one bite of this casserole, and you’ll be hooked! It’s the kind of dish that will have your family begging for seconds and your guests asking for the recipe. Seriously, this cheesy chicken and spinach pierogi casserole is pure comfort food bliss!
What are Pierogies?
Pierogies are similar to ravioli. It is a pasta dough filled with a variety of sweet or savory fillings. I use Mrs T’s pierogies filled with mashed potatoes. I find them in the freezer section at the grocery store. For this pierogi casserole, I used two boxes of frozen garlic & parmesan pierogies.
How to Make Monterey Chicken Pierogi Casserole
This casserole is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add Monterey jack cheese, spinach, cooked chopped chicken, french fried onions, and pierogies. Stir well to combine. Pour the pierogi mixture into a casserole dish. Sprinkle with Monterey jack cheese and additional french fried onions. Bake in a preheated oven until warm and bubbly. Garnish the casserole with fresh parsley or green onions.
Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions
- There is no need to thaw the frozen pierogies before adding them to the casserole, they will cook in the oven along with the other ingredients.
- For crispier pierogies, melt butter in a large skillet and cook pierogies on both sides until starting to turn golden brown.
- I use rotisserie chicken for the cooked chicken in this recipe.
- You can use any cooked chicken that you have on hand. Chicken breasts, chicken thighs, or chicken tenderloins all work fine.
- I suggest using Unsalted Cream of Chicken Soup in this recipe.
- Here is our recipe for Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-cream-of-chicken-soup/
- Variations/Additions:
- onions
- bell peppers
- mushrooms
- Can I make Pierogi Casserole in advance? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cover with plastic wrapand refrigerate until ready to bake.
- If using a glass baking dish, let it sit out at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before placing gin the oven.
- Can Pierogi Casserole be frozen? Yes! Assemble the casserole. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Place the dish in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
What to Serve with Monterey Chicken Casserole
This casserole has quickly become a family favorite. I’ve made this several times and everyone loves it. When it comes to what to serve alongside this casserole, I have some fantastic suggestions that will take your meal to the next level! First off, a simple green salad with homemade dressing. Another option is some green beans or asparagus. And if you’re feeling extra indulgent, a side of garlic bread or warm dinner rolls would be a dreamy addition, perfect for sopping up any remaining cheesy goodness. Add this comforting casserole to your menu ASAP. It is sure to be a hit.
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Monterey Chicken Pierogi Casserole
Ingredients:
- 2 (16-oz) boxes frozen pierogis
- 2 (10.5-oz) cans Unsalted Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 (16-oz) container sour cream
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cups cooked chopped chicken
- 1 (10-oz) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 (6-oz) can french fried onions divided
- 1½ cups shredded Monterey jack cheese divided
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375ºF. Lightly spray a 9x13x2-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Bake uncovered 35 to 45 minutes, until bubbly.
Notes:
- Can assemble the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze for later.
- To bake after freezing, thaw completely and bake as directed above.
- I used rotisserie chicken for the cooked chicken.
- I used Mrs. T’s Frozen Pierogies – they are in the freezer section near the frozen potatoes.
- I suggest using Unsalted Cream of Chicken Soup in this dish to control the sodium.
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- Here is our recipe for Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-cream-of-chicken-soup/
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