Description
Amish Harvest Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, and peas, all combined in a creamy mushroom and sour cream sauce, topped with melted cheddar cheese. This casserole is perfect for a wholesome family dinner that is both flavorful and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
Vegetables
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Pantry
- 1/2 cup cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole later.
- Sauté Sweet Potatoes: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes and sauté for 10 to 12 minutes until they become tender and slightly golden.
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to create a creamy base for the casserole.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked and diced chicken, frozen peas, and sautéed sweet potatoes to the sauce mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the combined mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top as a delicious cheesy layer.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Bake until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and serve hot for a satisfying, hearty meal.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken breasts are fully cooked before dicing to avoid undercooking in the casserole.
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with a homemade mushroom sauce for a fresher taste.
- For added flavor, sprinkle some paprika or garlic powder into the sauce mixture.
- Sautéing the sweet potatoes beforehand helps them cook through more evenly during baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
