Description
This cozy chicken casserole is an easy, comforting dish made with just five ingredients. Shredded chicken is combined with creamy soup and sour cream, topped with a buttery cracker crust, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner or potluck favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Filling
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
Topping
- 1 sleeve (about 30) buttery round crackers, crushed
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended. This creates a creamy chicken filling base for your casserole.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer that will bake evenly.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed buttery round crackers with the melted unsalted butter until all cracker pieces are well coated. This will create a golden, crunchy topping.
- Assemble: Sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture evenly over the chicken filling layer to cover the surface completely.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the topping turns golden-brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes before serving to let it set and enhance flavor development.
Notes
- You can substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade white sauce for a fresher taste and to control sodium.
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds extra flavor, but leftover cooked chicken works well too.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free crackers and ensure soup ingredients are gluten-free.
- Adding some chopped herbs like parsley or thyme to the filling can elevate the flavor.
- This casserole pairs nicely with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
