Description
A classic Green Bean Casserole with Cream of Chicken that’s creamy, flavorful, and topped with crispy fried onions. Perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners, this timeless dish is easy to prepare and loved by all
Ingredients
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) green beans, drained (or use fresh/frozen green beans, blanched)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom soup for variation)
- 1 cup milk (or unsweetened almond/oat milk for dairy-free options)
- 1 tsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free substitute)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (freshly ground for best flavor)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for a richer casserole)
- 1⅓ cups French fried onions (or panko breadcrumbs for a lighter crunch)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it heats, prepare your ingredients by draining canned green beans or blanching fresh ones.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, milk, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth. Add shredded cheddar cheese if using.
Mix the Ingredients:
- Fold in the green beans, ensuring they’re evenly coated in the creamy mixture. Be gentle to avoid breaking them.
Assemble the Casserole:
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread evenly and sprinkle half of the French fried onions on top.
Bake the Casserole:
- Bake uncovered for 25 minutes until bubbly. Remove from the oven, sprinkle the remaining fried onions on top, and bake for another 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
Rest and Serve:
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired and enjoy!
Notes
To avoid a soggy casserole, make sure to thoroughly drain canned green beans or blanch fresh ones properly. For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and replace fried onions with gluten-free breadcrumbs. Adding cheese or bacon can enhance the flavor, but keep it balanced!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Green Bean Casserole, Green Bean Casserole with Cream of Chicken, creamy green bean casserole, holiday casserole, easy green bean recipe, classic side dish, Thanksgiving casserole, crispy onion casserole