Creamy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole, a rich and satisfying dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. Made with tender shredded chicken, tangy sour cream, and savory cream of chicken soup, this casserole achieves its signature creaminess while being layered with bursts of flavor from garlic, onion, and a sprinkle of poppy seeds. A buttery Ritz cracker topping adds an irresistible crunch, perfectly complementing the velvety filling beneath. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is both hearty and crowd-pleasing. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve it alongside steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a complete meal. Whether you're feeding the family or entertaining guests, this poppy seed chicken casserole is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is well combined and creamy.

Step 3

Gently fold in the poppy seeds, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the chicken mixture.

Step 4

Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 5

Place the Ritz crackers in a large zip-top bag, seal the bag, and crush the crackers into coarse crumbs using a rolling pin or your hands.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated with the butter.

Step 7

Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the chicken mixture in the baking dish.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are bubbling and the cracker topping is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1796.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4068.5

Total Fat 244.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 1208.8mg	0%
Sodium 4613.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.0g
Protein 328.8g	0%

Vitamin D 73.2IU	0%
Calcium 964.8mg	0%
Iron 24.5mg	0%
Potassium 2953.9mg	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: 53.4%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 14.6%