Time Warp Casserole

This flavorful casserole is a twisted mix of tender chicken, smoky bacon, and cheesy goodness, all topped with a crunchy crust of breadcrumbs and herbs. It's a recipe that will transport you to a whole new dimension of taste!
ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish.
- 2.
In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet, leaving the bacon drippings.
- 3.
In the same skillet, sauté the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and mushrooms over medium heat until softened.
- 4.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked bacon, sautéed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- 5.
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, then transfer it into the greased casserole dish.
- 6.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, melted butter, and remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
- 7.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- 9.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- 10.
Enjoy this tantalizing Time Warp Casserole that will have you begging for an encore!