Chicken Poppy Seed Casserole
Creamy, comforting, and wonderfully indulgent, this Chicken Poppy Seed Casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for family dinners or potlucks. Packed with tender chunks of cooked chicken breast, this easy casserole combines tangy sour cream and creamy chicken soup for a rich and satisfying base. Poppy seeds add a subtle nutty flavor, while a golden-brown crust of buttery Ritz cracker crumbs delivers irresistible crunch in every bite. Optional cheddar cheese takes it to the next level, creating a melty layer of goodness. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection in just 30 minutes, this warm and savory casserole is a comforting classic that’s perfect for weeknights or special occasions alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 can Cream of chicken soup
- 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
- 1 stick Butter
- 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
If using cheddar cheese, sprinkle it evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.
Crush the Ritz crackers into crumbs and place them in a medium bowl.
Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Pour the melted butter over the cracker crumbs and mix until fully coated.
Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 269.3 g | 345% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.2 g | 646% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1098 mg | 366% | |
| Sodium | 5721 mg | 249% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.0 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 281.2 g | 562% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1670 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
