Description
This KFC Chicken Bowl Casserole Recipe is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that layers creamy mashed potatoes, sweet corn, crispy popcorn chicken, savory brown gravy, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a family-friendly dinner, it brings the flavors of a classic KFC chicken bowl into a warm, baked casserole.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potato Layer
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Vegetable Layer
- 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
Chicken Layer
- 2 cups cooked popcorn chicken or chicken nuggets
Gravy and Cheese
- 1 (12-ounce) jar brown gravy or homemade gravy
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer Mashed Potatoes: Spread the mashed potatoes evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. Season lightly with salt and black pepper, if needed, to enhance flavor.
- Add Corn Layer: Evenly distribute the thawed corn over the mashed potatoes, creating a sweet and crunchy layer.
- Top with Chicken: Arrange the cooked popcorn chicken or chicken nuggets evenly over the corn layer.
- Pour Gravy: Pour the brown gravy evenly over the entire dish, ensuring all ingredients get a savory coating.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the gravy-covered top.
- Bake: Bake the casserole for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly, signaling the dish is heated through.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired for a touch of color and freshness.
Notes
- Use leftover mashed potatoes or instant mashed potatoes to save time.
- Substitute turkey or rotisserie chicken for a different poultry option.
- Add a dash of hot sauce or BBQ sauce drizzle to enhance flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
