{"id":1508,"date":"2026-06-22T02:32:21","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T02:32:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allrecipes.hopemakers.online\/?p=1508"},"modified":"2026-06-22T02:32:21","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T02:32:21","slug":"found-this-in-my-grandmothers-recipe-box","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/?p=1508","title":{"rendered":"Found this in my grandmother&#8217;s recipe box"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[adinserter block=&#8221;3&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Grandma&#8217;s Favorite Chicken Casserole<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Some recipes stand the test of time because they are simple, comforting, and incredibly delicious. This classic chicken casserole combines tender chicken, savory tomato sauce, and sweet bell peppers to create a hearty family meal that tastes like home.<\/p>\n<p>Ingredients<\/p>\n<p>2\u00bd pounds chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or a mix)<\/p>\n<p>1 large green bell pepper, sliced<\/p>\n<p>1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes<\/p>\n<p>1 packet Italian seasoning mix<\/p>\n<p>Salt and black pepper to taste<\/p>\n<p>Instructions<\/p>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/p>\n<p>Lightly grease a large baking dish.<\/p>\n<p>Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer.<\/p>\n<p>Scatter the sliced bell pepper around the chicken.<\/p>\n<p>In a bowl, combine the crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning mix.<\/p>\n<p>Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken.<\/p>\n<p>Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[adinserter block=&#8221;4&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Bake for 45 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Remove the foil and continue baking for 20\u201330 minutes until the chicken is golden and fully cooked.<\/p>\n<p>Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.<\/p>\n<p>Serving Ideas<\/p>\n<p>This comforting dish pairs wonderfully with:<\/p>\n<p>Mashed potatoes<\/p>\n<p>White rice<\/p>\n<p>Buttered noodles<\/p>\n<p>Roasted vegetables<\/p>\n<p>Fresh bread<\/p>\n<p>Tips for the Best Results<\/p>\n<p>Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness and flavor.<\/p>\n<p>Add mushrooms or onions for additional depth.<\/p>\n<p>Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.<\/p>\n<p>Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.<\/p>\n<p>Why Everyone Loves This Recipe<\/p>\n<p>The magic of this casserole lies in its simplicity. The tomatoes create a rich sauce, the peppers add sweetness, and the chicken becomes incredibly tender as it bakes. It&#8217;s the kind of old-fashioned recipe that brings families together around the dinner table and leaves everyone asking for seconds.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[adinserter block=&#8221;5&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[adinserter block=&#8221;3&#8243;] &nbsp; &nbsp; Grandma&#8217;s Favorite Chicken Casserole Some recipes stand the test of time because they are simple, comforting,&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2533,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1508","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1508","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1508"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1508\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1739,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1508\/revisions\/1739"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/2533"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1508"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1508"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.bollyent.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1508"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}