Description
Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish featuring shredded chicken in a rich, tangy sauce topped with buttery cracker crumbs. It’s an easy and satisfying meal ideal for weeknights, potlucks, or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 sleeve Ritz or buttery crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using).
- Stir in the shredded chicken and poppy seeds until well combined.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the crushed crackers with melted butter until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture over the chicken layer.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until hot and bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time on prep.Add cooked broccoli, peas, or rice to make it a complete meal.For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.To freeze, assemble without topping and add it just before baking.Broil for the last 1–2 minutes for an extra crispy topping—watch closely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
