Funeral Chicken and Potato Casserole – Creamy, Hearty
Funeral Chicken and Potato Casserole is a creamy, baked dish made with chicken and potatoes.It is rich, comforting, and perfect for feeding a crowd.The casserole features a smooth, cheesy sauce and tender texture.It is easy to prepare using simple pantry ingredients.Ideal for potlucks, family dinners, or meal prep.A timeless comfort food loved across generations.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 3 cups diced potatoes (parboiled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 1 can (about 1 cup) cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
- Parboil diced potatoes until slightly tender, then drain.
- In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add cooked chicken, potatoes, and half of the cheese. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese evenly on top.
- Combine crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs with melted butter and spread over the casserole.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes work best.
- Do not overcook potatoes before baking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add vegetables like peas or carrots if desired.
- Let casserole rest before serving for better texture.
- Use full-fat dairy for richer flavor.
- Double the recipe for large gatherings.