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Chicken and Cornbread Casserole

A cozy Southern-inspired casserole with creamy chicken filling and golden cornbread topping. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
Cornbread Topping
  • 1 box cornbread mix 8.5 oz
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.33 cup milk or as directed
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Combine chicken, soup, sour cream, milk, vegetables, and seasonings in a large bowl.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the dish.
  4. In another bowl, mix cornbread batter with cheese, milk, egg, and butter.
  5. Spread cornbread mixture on top of filling.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra richness, add cream cheese to the filling or top with more shredded cheddar before baking.