Cheesy Casserole

Here’s a hearty and comforting Cheesy Casserole recipe that works as a main dish or side:

🧀 Cheesy Casserole

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cooked pasta (penne, elbow, or rotini)

• 2 cups shredded chicken (or ground beef, turkey, or veggies for vegetarian)

• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)

• ½ cup sour cream

• ½ cup milk

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs (for topping)

• 2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 casserole dish.

2. Mix filling: In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken (or chosen protein/veggie), cream soup, sour cream, milk, half of the cheese, and seasonings. Stir until everything is well coated.

3. Assemble: Spread mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.

4. Add topping: Mix crushed crackers/breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over casserole.

5. Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.

6. Serve: Let it cool for 5 minutes, then scoop and enjoy!

This is a base recipe, so you can swap in veggies (broccoli, peas, spinach), meats (ham, bacon, sausage), or different cheeses depending on your taste.

Want me to give you a loaded cheesy casserole version with bacon, potatoes, and more toppings?