Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

Indulge in comfort food perfection with this Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole, a creamy and savory dish that’s guaranteed to satisfy the whole family. Tender shredded chicken is enveloped in a luscious blend of sour cream and cream of chicken soup, seasoned to perfection with a touch of salt and pepper. This hearty mixture is then topped with a buttery, golden crust of crushed Ritz crackers and a delicate sprinkling of poppy seeds, creating an irresistible contrast of textures. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this easy casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing dish at a potluck. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad or steamed veggies for a complete and comforting meal everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 can Cream of chicken soup
• 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
• 0.5 cup Butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the melted butter and poppy seeds to the crushed crackers, then stir until the mixture is evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the baking dish.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1792.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4048.5

Total Fat 243.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 1208.0mg	0%
Sodium 5789.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 328.1g	0%

Vitamin D 131.3IU	0%
Calcium 929.3mg	0%
Iron 24.5mg	0%
Potassium 2902.6mg	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: 53.6%

Protein: 32.1%

Carbs: 14.3%