Poultry Poppy Seed Casserole
Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly rich, Poultry Poppy Seed Casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings. This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken with a luscious blend of cream of chicken soup and sour cream, all elevated by the subtle nuttiness of poppy seeds. Topped with a golden, buttery layer of crushed Ritz crackers, this casserole boasts a satisfying crunch with every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep and bake time, it’s a hassle-free way to serve up hearty home-cooked goodness. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and enjoy the ultimate comfort food that’s as flavorful as it is simple to make. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend treat, this dish is bound to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup
- 1.5 cups sour cream
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1.5 cups Ritz crackers
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the cracker crumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the top of the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving for added color and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.5 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 1023 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 60.2 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 567 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.
