Leanne Morgan's Chicken Casserole Via Paula Deen
Indulge in the creamy comfort of "Leanne Morgan's Chicken Casserole via Paula Deen," the ultimate Southern-inspired dish that comes together effortlessly for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This decadent casserole features tender, shredded chicken enveloped in a velvety blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and a hint of savory chicken broth. It's crowned with a buttery, golden Ritz cracker topping and melty cheddar cheese, delivering irresistible layers of flavor and texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy baked casserole is perfect for serving a crowd, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color. Whether you're looking for a beloved comfort food classic or a quick dish to please the whole family, this cheesy chicken casserole is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
- 2 cans Cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 stick Butter
- 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 3
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Step 4
Melt the stick of butter in a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan.
Step 5
Crush the Ritz crackers into crumbs and mix them with the melted butter until fully coated.
Step 6
Sprinkle the buttery cracker crumbs evenly over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.
Step 7
Top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 8
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the mixture is bubbling.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1701.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3606.3 |
| Total Fat 259.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 129.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g | |
| Cholesterol 842.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6874.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 163.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.4g | |
| Protein 170.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1626.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1655.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories