Delicious KFC Bowl Casserole (Print version)
A cozy KFC-style casserole layered with mashed potatoes, corn, crispy chicken, cheddar, and hot gravy.
# Ingredients:
For the casserole
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2 lb (900 g) prepared mashed potatoes, warmed
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4 cups (560 g) frozen or canned corn, thawed and drained
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1 1/2 lb (680 g) frozen popcorn chicken or chicken nuggets
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2 cups (225 g) shredded cheddar cheese
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1 tablespoon butter or cooking spray, for the dish
For finishing
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18 oz (510 g) chicken gravy or brown gravy, warmed
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons sliced green onions, optional
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 400 F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
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Bake or air fry the popcorn chicken according to the package directions until hot and crisp. If any pieces are large, cut them into bite-size chunks.
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Spread the warm mashed potatoes evenly in the baking dish. Season lightly with black pepper, then scatter the drained corn over the potatoes.
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Bake the potato and corn layer for 10 minutes, until the edges are hot and the center is warmed through.
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Arrange the crisp chicken over the hot potatoes and corn. Sprinkle cheddar evenly over the top and bake for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
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Spoon hot gravy over the casserole just before serving. Top with green onions if using and serve with extra gravy on the side.
# Good to know:
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For the crispest chicken, add it near the end of baking instead of under the gravy.
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Prepared mashed potatoes and jarred gravy keep this recipe quick, but leftovers work well.