Church Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Church Chicken Casserole, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or gatherings. Featuring tender shredded chicken, wholesome rice, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, this easy casserole is bound together with a creamy blend of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and a touch of chicken broth for extra richness. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a golden, buttery cracker crust, every bite is a delightful mix of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy textures. Ready in just one hour, this crowd-pleasing casserole is incredibly simple to whip up, making it ideal for busy weeknights or communal church suppers. Serve it warm and watch it disappear—this baked classic is a true comfort food favorite. Keywords: Church Chicken Casserole, creamy chicken casserole, easy casserole recipe, family dinner, potluck dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed)
- 3 cups White or brown rice (cooked)
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) Cream of chicken soup
- 1.5 cups Sour cream
- 0.5 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Frozen mixed vegetables (thawed)
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, thawed vegetables, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out into an even layer.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
In a small bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture evenly over the top of the cheese layer.
Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a main dish, and enjoy the creamy, comforting flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5695 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 280.5 g | 360% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.9 g | 754% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1396 mg | 465% | |
| Sodium | 8680 mg | 377% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 371.9 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.7 g | ||
| Protein | 414.7 g | 829% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 2875 mg | 221% | |
| Iron | 25.7 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 4745 mg | 101% | |
*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.
