Description
French Onion Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish made with tender chicken, rotini pasta, green beans, and a rich homemade sauce. Topped with crispy fried onions, this easy, family-friendly meal is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. No canned soup needed—just fresh ingredients and big flavor!
Ingredients
- 12 ounces uncooked rotini pasta
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 3 cups diced cooked chicken
- 2 (15-ounce) cans green beans, drained
- 2 cups crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil pasta according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: Heat chicken broth and ½ cup milk until boiling. In a bowl, whisk flour with remaining 1 cup milk, then slowly stir into the saucepan. Cook until thickened.
- Add flavor: Stir in sour cream and onion soup mix until well combined.
- Assemble the casserole: Mix cooked chicken, pasta, green beans, and sauce in a large bowl.
- Bake: Pour into a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
- Add topping: Remove foil, sprinkle crispy fried onions, and bake uncovered for 5-7 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- For a make-ahead option, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Freeze without the fried onions for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
