🍗 Chicken
Chicken and Vegetable Casserole in Air Fryer – Quick and Cheesy
A quick and tasty chicken and vegetable casserole cooked in the air fryer, with a crispy topping and creamy interior.
🥘 Ingredients
cooked chicken (diced or shredded) — 500 ml (2 cups)
mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, green beans) — 250 ml (1 cup)
cooked rice or pasta (optional) — 250 ml (1 cup)
cream of mushroom or chicken soup (canned) — 300 ml (1 can)
milk or cooking cream — 125 ml (½ cup)
shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese — 250 ml (1 cup)
garlic powder — ½ teaspoon
onion powder — ½ teaspoon
salt and pepper — to taste
breadcrumbs (for topping) — 125 ml (½ cup)
melted butter (optional) — 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
👨🍳 Steps
1Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (360°F) for 5 minutes.
2In a bowl, combine cooked chicken, mixed vegetables, rice/pasta (if using), cream soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix well.
3Transfer the mixture to an air fryer-safe dish (6-7 inches), lightly greased. Top with breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter and the remaining cheese.
4Cover with aluminum foil (not sealed) and cook in the air fryer at 180°C (360°F) for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and cook for another 7-10 minutes, until the topping is golden and crispy.
5Check the internal temperature – it should be at least 74°C (165°F). Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
🛒 Shopping List
500 ml (2 cups) cooked chicken, 250 ml (1 cup) mixed vegetables, 250 ml (1 cup) cooked rice or pasta (optional), 300 ml (1 can) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup, 125 ml (½ cup) milk or cooking cream, 250 ml (1 cup) shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, salt and pepper to taste, 125 ml (½ cup) breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp (30 ml) melted butter (optional)