Church Chicken Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Church Chicken Casserole, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or gatherings. Featuring tender shredded chicken, wholesome rice, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, this easy casserole is bound together with a creamy blend of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and a touch of chicken broth for extra richness. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a golden, buttery cracker crust, every bite is a delightful mix of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy textures. Ready in just one hour, this crowd-pleasing casserole is incredibly simple to whip up, making it ideal for busy weeknights or communal church suppers. Serve it warm and watch it disappear—this baked classic is a true comfort food favorite. Keywords: Church Chicken Casserole, creamy chicken casserole, easy casserole recipe, family dinner, potluck dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed)
• 3 cups White or brown rice (cooked)
• 2 cans (10.5 oz each) Cream of chicken soup
• 1.5 cups Sour cream
• 0.5 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups Frozen mixed vegetables (thawed)
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 cup Crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, thawed vegetables, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 3

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out into an even layer.

Step 4

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture evenly over the top of the cheese layer.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a main dish, and enjoy the creamy, comforting flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3508.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5695.1

Total Fat 280.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 150.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 1396.4mg	0%
Sodium 8680.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 371.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 68.7g
Protein 414.7g	0%

Vitamin D 194.4IU	0%
Calcium 2874.9mg	0%
Iron 25.7mg	0%
Potassium 4744.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 29.3%

Carbs: 26.2%