Description
This easy, comforting casserole captures all the flavors of KFC’s Famous Bowl—creamy mashed potatoes, crispy popcorn chicken, sweet corn, melted cheese, and rich brown gravy—all baked into one irresistible dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or game-day comfort food!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mashed Potatoes
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled & cubed
- ½ cup milk (or half-and-half for extra creaminess)
- 4 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Casserole
- 3 cups cooked popcorn chicken (Tyson Any’tizers or homemade)
- 1½ cups corn (canned, frozen, or fresh)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1½ cups brown gravy (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
1. Make the Mashed Potatoes
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (~15 min). Drain.
- Mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Assemble the Casserole
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread mashed potatoes in an even layer in a greased 9×13″ baking dish.
- Top with corn, then popcorn chicken.
- Sprinkle cheese evenly over the top.
3. Bake & Serve
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Warm gravy separately (stovetop or microwave).
- Drizzle gravy over individual servings (or over the whole casserole if preferred).
- Garnish with green onions or bacon if desired.