Parmesan Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly crunchy, this Parmesan Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole is the ultimate family-friendly dish. Made with tender shredded chicken, a rich blend of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and nutty Parmesan cheese, this casserole boasts a velvety base that’s perfectly balanced with the unique pop of poppy seeds. A buttery Ritz cracker topping adds the ideal amount of crunch to every bite, while the quick 15-minute prep time makes it an easy weeknight dinner solution. Baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes, this indulgent casserole is sure to become a crowd-pleaser at your dinner table. Perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings, serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh side salad for a truly satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 units Cooked chicken breasts
• 1.5 cups Sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of chicken soup
• 0.75 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Shred the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, grated Parmesan cheese, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Stir in the shredded chicken, ensuring all the chicken pieces are coated in the creamy mixture.

Step 5

Transfer the chicken mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Crush the Ritz crackers into coarse crumbs and place them in a medium-sized bowl.

Step 7

Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop, then pour it over the crushed crackers. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter.

Step 8

Sprinkle the buttery cracker crumb mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.

Step 9

Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, crunchy, and flavorful dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1561.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3491.5

Total Fat 224.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 890.9mg	0%
Sodium 6630.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 42.5g
Protein 244.6g	0%

Vitamin D 103.2IU	0%
Calcium 1697.1mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 2003.4mg	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: 55.9%

Protein: 27.1%

Carbs: 17.0%