Lightened Up Easy Creamy Sour Cream Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Lightened Up Easy Creamy Sour Cream Chicken Casserole—an effortless, wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Packed with tender shredded chicken, a luscious blend of reduced-fat sour cream and cream of chicken soup, and a touch of savory herbs, this casserole delivers rich, creamy goodness with a fraction of the calories. The crunchy topping, made from whole wheat crackers and melted light butter, adds a delightful texture, while a sprinkle of reduced-fat cheddar cheese offers a melty, golden finish. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep, this healthier casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. Serve it alongside a fresh green salad or your favorite vegetable for a balanced, satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup Reduced-fat sour cream
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) Reduced-fat cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 cups (crushed) Whole wheat crackers
- 3 tablespoons (melted) Light butter
- 0.5 cup Shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, reduced-fat sour cream, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Step 3
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the greased casserole dish, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, mix the crushed whole wheat crackers with the melted light butter. Sprinkle this crumb mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.
Step 5
Top the casserole with shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, spreading it evenly over the crackers.
Step 6
Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Step 7
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1380.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2024.0 |
| Total Fat 88.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g | |
| Cholesterol 597.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3968.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 85.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.3g | |
| Protein 212.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 867.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 920.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories