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Confetti Chicken Casserole
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Confetti Chicken Casserole

Confetti Chicken Casserole features a savory mix of diced chicken, corn, kale, red onion, and bell pepper combined with mayonnaise and seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Topped with cheddar cheese and bacon, the casserole bakes to a bubbly, golden finish, offering a comforting blend of textures from tender chicken and crisp veggies to melted cheese and smoky bacon. It serves well as a wholesome meal component or a hearty side.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 439 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 red onion diced
  • 2 bell pepper diced, red
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 cups corn kernels or frozen, fresh, cooked
  • 2 cups Lacinato kale aka dinosaur kale, shredded
  • 4 cups chicken you'll need 2 lbs of boneless skinless chicken breasts - see notes, cubed, baked
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise made with avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese optional, shredded
  • 6 Bacon cooked and sliced or crumbled, strips
  • 1 green onion large, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. When hot, add the onion, peppers and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes, until the vegetables are wilted and slightly browned. This can be done up to 3-4 days in advance. Store in the refrigerator until ready to prep the casserole.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  3. In a large bowl, stir together the precooked onion and bell pepper mixture, corn, kale, chicken, mayo, salt and pepper until combined.
  4. Transfer the chicken mixture to a 3-quart (9X13) rectangular casserole dish, then top with the cheddar cheese and bacon.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes, until the cheese is browned and bubbling.
  6. Meanwhile, slice the green onion and set aside.
  7. After removing the casserole from the oven, let it cool slightly, then garnish with green onions and serve!

Notes

  • Pre-bake chicken breasts at 375°F for 40 minutes until fully cooked; let cool before cubing for the casserole.
  • The sautéed vegetables mixture can be prepared up to 3–4 days ahead and refrigerated for convenience.
  • Use a 9x13-inch casserole dish for even baking and proper capacity handling.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/6 of recipes Calories 439kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 107mg (36%) Sodium 696mg (29%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 439

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/6 of recipes
Calories 439kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 107mg 36%
Sodium 696mg 29%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.