Creamy Potato and Chicken Bake (Printable Version)
A cozy bake of mashed potatoes, corn, cheese, and chicken with gravy. The perfect go-to comfort food.
# Ingredients:
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8 chicken tenders (frozen or homemade)
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1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup corn kernels
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5-6 cups pre-made mashed potatoes
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Brown gravy (from a packet or made from scratch)
# Steps:
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Turn the oven to 400°F to warm up. If the chicken tenders are frozen, leave them out on the counter for about 5 minutes so they're easier to slice.
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Take a 9x13 dish and evenly spread a layer of mashed potatoes. If they're cold, heat them up a little so spreading isn't hard.
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Scatter the corn on top of the potatoes, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese across it.
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Cut the chicken tenders into small chunks and spread them evenly over the cheesy corn layer.
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Bake it uncovered until it's hot and the cheese melts—15 minutes if using fresh chicken or 20 minutes for frozen.
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While the dish bakes, make the brown gravy in a saucepan. When the casserole's done, pour as much gravy as you'd like on top and enjoy it warm.
# Notes:
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You can make this ahead and bake when you're ready to eat—it's a great meal prep idea.
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Chilled mashed potatoes are tough to spread, so warm them up a bit first if needed.
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Grate a block of cheddar yourself for the best melt—pre-shredded cheese won't melt as smoothly.
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Feel free to swap out the corn for peas or diced green beans for a mix you like better.