Description
If there’s one dish that brings everyone to the table, it’s this Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole. It’s rich, creamy, and loaded with tender chicken in a velvety sauce, all topped with a buttery, crunchy cracker crust. It’s like a warm hug in a casserole dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie works great!)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, but delicious!)
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (about 1 ½ cups)
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Chicken Mixture
- In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, poppy seeds, and shredded cheese (if using).
- Stir until everything is well combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
- Spread the creamy chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter.
- Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the casserole.
Step 4: Bake to Golden Perfection
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
Scoop out generous portions and serve warm! It pairs beautifully with a side of steamed veggies, a fresh salad, or even fluffy rice.