Today, we're diving into the realm of comfort food with a twist: Easy Cheesy Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole. Welcome to our kitchen where simplicity meets flavor. This mouthwatering recipe is a delightful fusion of creamy textures, zesty spices, and gooey cheeses that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.
8OuncesPastacooked according to package directions
3CupsRotisserie ChickenChopped
2Green OnionsChopped
1Stalk CeleryChopped
1TeaspoonPaprika
1TeaspoonSalt
1TeaspoonBlack Pepper
1TeaspoonGarlic Powder
1CupMozzarella CheeseShredded
1CupCheddar CheeseShredded
1 ½CupsMilk
1OunceTaco Seasoning1 packet or 2 tablespoons
1CupCherry TomatoesSliced
½CupButter1 Stick sliced into pieces
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions to al dente. Will yield about 4 cups cooked pasta. Drain and add to 9 X 13 baking dish sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
8 Ounces Pasta
Cut up rotisserie chicken, green onion, and celery. Add to the top of the pasta.
3 Cups Rotisserie Chicken, 2 Green Onions, 1 Stalk Celery
Season with the paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
You can also prepare the casserole a day ahead of time, cover it with plastic wrap, refrigerate. The best thing, the next day when you are ready to use it, just pop it in the oven and bake. Add about ten minutes to the baking time if starting off from the refrigerator.This makes a great Make Ahead Freezer Meal. You can freeze the casserole for up to 3 months for longer storage.Just prepare the casserole ingredients, cover with plastic wrap and aluminum foil and freeze. Make sure to label with the contents and bake time. When baking from frozen, lower the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and add 1 hour onto the baking time.
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers
Store leftover cheesy chicken casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.Reheat individual portions in your microwave. Larger portions can be reheated in the casserole dish in your oven at 300 degrees until heated through.