Individual Chicken Bake
A comforting individual chicken bake with savory flavors of chicken, vegetables, and mushrooms, topped with sweet cranberry sauce—perfect for a cozy, satisfying meal. Suitable for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced cooked chicken breast ⓘ
- 3/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced onion ⓘ
- 1 (4 oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained ⓘ
- 1 cup evaporated skimmed milk ⓘ
- 1/4 cup egg substitute ⓘ
- 1 Tbsp. reduced sodium Worcestershire sauce ⓘ
- 1/2 tsp. salt ⓘ
- 1/4 tsp. white pepper ⓘ
- vegetable cooking spray ⓘ
- 1/3 cup whole cranberry sauce ⓘ
Instructions
- Combine the diced cooked chicken, celery, onion, sliced mushrooms, evaporated skimmed milk, egg substitute, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and white pepper.
- Divide the mixture equally into six 6-ounce custard cups coated with cooking spray.
- Cover each custard cup loosely with foil.
- Bake at 350°F for 50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Uncover and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the custard cups.
- Top each serving with cranberry sauce.
Tips & Substitutions
For a creamier texture, consider adding a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the chicken mixture. If you're short on time, rotisserie chicken can be a great substitute for cooked chicken breast. You can also experiment with different vegetables, like bell peppers or peas, to add more flavor and nutrition to this dish.
Serving Suggestions
These individual chicken bakes are delightful on their own, but you can serve them alongside a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a full meal. They pair beautifully with whole grain bread or rolls to soak up any leftover sauce. For a comforting twist, consider serving with a side of Lynn'S Famous Tater Tot Casserole for a hearty family dinner.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the individual bakes in the microwave for a minute or two, or warm them in an oven set to 350°F until heated through. This will help maintain the texture without drying them out.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Individual Chicken Bake contains roughly 202 calories, with 13g protein, 36g carbohydrates, and 3g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (43% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (40% of the Daily Value), and vitamin D (31% of the Daily Value), and a good source of calcium and vitamin C. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1416mg per serving (62% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can these be frozen for later use?
Yes, these individual chicken bakes can be frozen. Allow them to cool completely, then wrap each custard cup tightly with plastic wrap and foil. They will keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake in the oven until heated through.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).