Description
A creamy, cheesy chicken casserole that is a family favorite, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed crackers or breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined.
- Spread half of the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture.
- Add the remaining chicken mixture on top and sprinkle the rest of the cheddar cheese over it.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter, then layer that mixture on top of the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For best texture, use rotisserie chicken; try adding diced vegetables for added nutrition. Experiment with different toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, comfort food, family dinner, easy recipe, budget-friendly