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Chicken Bruschetta Casserole Recipe

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This Chicken Bruschetta Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the flavors of creamy herb and garlic cream cheese, tender shredded chicken, and a fresh tomato bruschetta topping. It’s layered over bite-sized everything bagel pieces and baked until golden and bubbly, making it perfect for a hearty family meal or casual gathering.

Ingredients

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Bagel Base

  • 4 everything bagels

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 1/2 cup herb and garlic cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup 18% cream
  • 2 cups chicken breast, cooked, shredded (about 2 medium sized chicken breasts)

Bruschetta Topping

  • 2 cups Roma tomatoes, diced, seeds and juice removed
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon grated parmesan cheese

Cheese Topping

  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, finely grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare it for baking the casserole.
  2. Prepare Bagel Base: Cut the everything bagels into bite-sized pieces and spread them evenly in the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to form the base layer.
  3. Make Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together the herb and garlic cream cheese and 18% cream until smooth and lump-free.
  4. Add Chicken: Stir the shredded cooked chicken into the cream cheese mixture until all pieces are well coated. Remove the pan from heat to prevent overcooking.
  5. Prepare Bruschetta Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the diced Roma tomatoes (with seeds and juice removed), diced red onion, basil pesto, salt, black pepper, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix thoroughly.
  6. Assemble Layers: Spread the creamy chicken mixture evenly over the bagel pieces in the baking dish. Then layer the bruschetta mixture evenly on top of the chicken layer.
  7. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the finely grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the entire casserole.
  8. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes after baking to set, then cut into portions and serve warm.
  10. Enjoy: Savor this flavorful and hearty Chicken Bruschetta Casserole!

Notes

  • Removing the seeds and juice from the tomatoes helps prevent the casserole from becoming too watery.
  • Use freshly cooked and shredded chicken breasts for the best texture and flavor.
  • Herb and garlic cream cheese adds a nice depth of flavor, but plain cream cheese with additional herbs can be substituted if needed.
  • If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the bruschetta mixture.
  • This casserole reheats well, making it a great option for leftovers, but the bagels may become softer after refrigeration.

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