Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Indulge in comfort food perfection with this Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole, a creamy and savory dish that’s guaranteed to satisfy the whole family. Tender shredded chicken is enveloped in a luscious blend of sour cream and cream of chicken soup, seasoned to perfection with a touch of salt and pepper. This hearty mixture is then topped with a buttery, golden crust of crushed Ritz crackers and a delicate sprinkling of poppy seeds, creating an irresistible contrast of textures. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this easy casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing dish at a potluck. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad or steamed veggies for a complete and comforting meal everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 can Cream of chicken soup
- 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
- 0.5 cup Butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Crush the Ritz crackers into coarse crumbs and place them in a medium bowl.
Add the melted butter and poppy seeds to the crushed crackers, then stir until the mixture is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4048 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 243.6 g | 312% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.1 g | 586% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1208 mg | 403% | |
| Sodium | 5790 mg | 252% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 328.1 g | 656% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 929 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 2903 mg | 62% | |
*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.
