Low Fat Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Indulge in comfort food without the guilt with this Low Fat Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole, a lighter twist on the classic dish! Made with tender shredded chicken, creamy nonfat Greek yogurt, and low-fat cream of chicken soup, this recipe delivers all the rich, savory flavors you love with a fraction of the fat. A crunchy topping of reduced-fat Ritz crackers coated in a touch of melted butter adds irresistible texture, while poppy seeds and aromatic spices like garlic and onion powder bring a burst of flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes with easy prep steps, this casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve it with simple sides like a green salad or roasted veggies for a wholesome, satisfying meal the whole family will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) Low-fat cream of chicken soup
- 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 cups Reduced-fat Ritz crackers, crushed
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, cream of chicken soup, poppy seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
In a medium bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken layer in the casserole dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy this healthier twist on a classic poppy seed chicken casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.5 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 936 mg | 312% | |
| Sodium | 6079 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.1 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 373.0 g | 746% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 3540 mg | 75% | |
*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.
