This chicken and green bean casserole is our spin on a classic Thanksgiving favorite.

Juicy, protein-rich chicken is complemented by fork-tender, antioxidant-packed green beans that retain a little snappiness when roasted.

And we couldnt forget the classic toppingcrispy fried onions, the store-bought kind you know and love.

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Keep reading for our expert tips, including why you should cook the mushrooms separately.

Spoon out all liquid from the baking dish, reserving the chicken mixture.

Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

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Stir once, add garlic and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in 2 teaspoons sherry, gently scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Remove from heat; stir in 3 tablespoons Parmesan until combined.

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Top with 114 cups fried onions and the remaining 3 tablespoons Parmesan.

Bake at 400F until the casserole is warmed through and the cheese is melted, 4 to 5 minutes.

When ready to eat, top the casserole with the fried onions and Parmesan.

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Bake at 400F until the casserole is heated through.

For this casserole recipe, both cuts of chicken are excellent choices.

This casserole is excellent served with a crunchy salad like ourLeafy Green Salad.

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