Description
Hawaiian Chicken Casserole combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, sweet pineapple, and savory cheese into a comforting dish. The perfect balance of tropical flavors with classic comfort food, it’s a hit for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve 1/4 cup juice)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, drained pineapple (reserve 1/4 cup of juice), cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cooked rice, frozen peas (if using), soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese into the mixture. This will create a creamy, cheesy base for your casserole.
- Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole to create a golden, crispy topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy this comforting, flavorful dish!
Notes
You can add vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli to increase flavor and nutrition.Swap the chicken for turkey, or shrimp for variety.if you like spice, add a chopped jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce to the casserole.To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free crackers or skip the topping and use gluten-free breadcrumbs instead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
