Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly crunchy, this Parmesan Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole is the ultimate family-friendly dish. Made with tender shredded chicken, a rich blend of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and nutty Parmesan cheese, this casserole boasts a velvety base thatβs perfectly balanced with the unique pop of poppy seeds. A buttery Ritz cracker topping adds the ideal amount of crunch to every bite, while the quick 15-minute prep time makes it an easy weeknight dinner solution. Baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes, this indulgent casserole is sure to become a crowd-pleaser at your dinner table. Perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings, serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh side salad for a truly satisfying meal.
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
Shred the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, grated Parmesan cheese, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Stir in the shredded chicken, ensuring all the chicken pieces are coated in the creamy mixture.
Transfer the chicken mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
Crush the Ritz crackers into coarse crumbs and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop, then pour it over the crushed crackers. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter.
Sprinkle the buttery cracker crumb mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.
Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, crunchy, and flavorful dish!
Calories |
3492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 224.1 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.8 g | 539% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 891 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 6631 mg | 288% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.4 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.5 g | ||
| Protein | 244.6 g | 489% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1697 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 2003 mg | 43% | |
*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.