Chicken Casserole

The dumplings on this casserole recipe will turn this easy chicken dish into a crowd pleaser. The easiest way to turn leftovers into a great main dish.

Ingredients:

• CASSEROLE:
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 3 cups cooked, chopped chicken
• 1/2 cup mushrooms
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• TOPPING:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1-1/4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions:

Casserole: In saucepan, combine carrots, onion, celery and chicken broth. Simmer 20 minutes. In 3-quart casserole dish, mix soup, sour cream, chicken, mushrooms, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Add simmered vegetables and liquid; mix well. Topping: In mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add eggs, milk and 1 cup of the cheese. Mix just until well blended. Drop tablespoonfuls of the topping onto the casserole and bake in 3500 oven for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese and return to the oven until cheese is melted.

Number of Servings: 6-8

Notes from the Cook: There are never any leftovers when I serve this dish!