KFC's Famous Bowl was created in 2006 because customers kept mixing all their sides together anyway.
KFC Famous Bowl Casserole
Indulge in the comfort of homemade KFC Famous Bowl Casserole! This delightful dish layers tender chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, and savory gravy, all topped with a sprinkle of cheese for that extra burst of flavor. Perfect for those bustling weeknights, this easy-to-make casserole brings the iconic taste of your favorite fast food right to your dinner table!
Prep
15
min
Cook
25
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 15 oz can of corn (425 g)
🥩Meat & Seafood(2)
- 16 oz of chicken bites or popcorn chicken (454 g)popcorn chicken
- 8 oz of chicken gravy (227 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 1.5 cups of triple cheddar shredded cheese (360 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 32 ounces of mashed potatoes (907 g)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
First, add in a layer of mashed potatoes.
- 2
Then a layer of shredded cheese.
- 3
Add a layer of corn.
- 4
Add a layer of frozen crispy chicken bites.
- 5
Pour chicken gravy on top.
- 6
Add on a little more shredded cheese.
- 7
Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes.
- 8
Serve and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Bake your mashed potato base at 400°F for 8-10 minutes before adding toppings to create a moisture barrier that prevents the bottom layer from becoming soggy.technique400°F for 8-10 minutes
- ✓Heat your gravy to 165°F before pouring over the casserole so it penetrates evenly without cooling the dish and creating temperature gradients that lead to uneven heating.technique165°F
- ✓Place frozen chicken pieces directly from freezer without thawing because the 20-25 minute bake time at 350°F provides exactly enough heat penetration to reach safe internal temperature while maintaining crispy exterior.timing350°F for 20-25 minutes
- ✓Use a 2:1 ratio of sharp cheddar to mild cheese because sharp cheddar's lower moisture content (35% vs 40%) prevents excessive liquid release during baking while mild cheese provides creamy melt.ingredient2:1 ratio, 35% vs 40% moisture
- ✓Cover with foil for the first 15 minutes, then uncover for final 5-10 minutes to prevent cheese from over-browning while ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F throughout.timing15 minutes covered, 165°F internal
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Prep
15
min
Cook
25
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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KFC's Famous Bowl was created in 2006 because customers kept mixing all their sides together anyway.
KFC Famous Bowl Casserole
Indulge in the comfort of homemade KFC Famous Bowl Casserole! This delightful dish layers tender chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, and savory gravy, all topped with a sprinkle of cheese for that extra burst of flavor. Perfect for those bustling weeknights, this easy-to-make casserole brings the iconic taste of your favorite fast food right to your dinner table!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 15 oz can of corn (425 g)
🥩Meat & Seafood(2)
- 16 oz of chicken bites or popcorn chicken (454 g)popcorn chicken
- 8 oz of chicken gravy (227 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 1.5 cups of triple cheddar shredded cheese (360 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 32 ounces of mashed potatoes (907 g)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
First, add in a layer of mashed potatoes.
- 2
Then a layer of shredded cheese.
- 3
Add a layer of corn.
- 4
Add a layer of frozen crispy chicken bites.
- 5
Pour chicken gravy on top.
- 6
Add on a little more shredded cheese.
- 7
Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes.
- 8
Serve and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Bake your mashed potato base at 400°F for 8-10 minutes before adding toppings to create a moisture barrier that prevents the bottom layer from becoming soggy.technique400°F for 8-10 minutes
- ✓Heat your gravy to 165°F before pouring over the casserole so it penetrates evenly without cooling the dish and creating temperature gradients that lead to uneven heating.technique165°F
- ✓Place frozen chicken pieces directly from freezer without thawing because the 20-25 minute bake time at 350°F provides exactly enough heat penetration to reach safe internal temperature while maintaining crispy exterior.timing350°F for 20-25 minutes
- ✓Use a 2:1 ratio of sharp cheddar to mild cheese because sharp cheddar's lower moisture content (35% vs 40%) prevents excessive liquid release during baking while mild cheese provides creamy melt.ingredient2:1 ratio, 35% vs 40% moisture
- ✓Cover with foil for the first 15 minutes, then uncover for final 5-10 minutes to prevent cheese from over-browning while ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F throughout.timing15 minutes covered, 165°F internal