This rich make ahead casserole is topped with a crunchy, cheesy topping.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 (16 ounce) jar four cheese alfredo sauce
- 2-1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower
- 1-1/4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
Preparation:
In heavy saucepan, cook onion in olive oil over medium heat until tender. Add flour; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add milk; cook and stir until thick.
Remove from heat and add alfredo sauce, chicken, 1-1/4 cups Cheddar cheese, and the frozen vegetables; stir gently. Place in 2 quart casserole. Cover and refrigerate 8-24 hours.
When ready to eat, preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place casserole, covered, in oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until warm. Meanwhile, in small bowl combine flour, baking powder, 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg and mix with a fork until crumbly.
Uncover casserole and crumble this topping evenly over the top. Bake for 20-30 minutes longer, until filling bubbles and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
