Poultry Poppy Seed Casserole

Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly rich, Poultry Poppy Seed Casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings. This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken with a luscious blend of cream of chicken soup and sour cream, all elevated by the subtle nuttiness of poppy seeds. Topped with a golden, buttery layer of crushed Ritz crackers, this casserole boasts a satisfying crunch with every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep and bake time, it’s a hassle-free way to serve up hearty home-cooked goodness. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and enjoy the ultimate comfort food that’s as flavorful as it is simple to make. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend treat, this dish is bound to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked and shredded chicken
• 2 cans cream of chicken soup
• 1.5 cups sour cream
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 1.5 cups Ritz crackers
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 4

Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the cracker crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbling and the topping is golden brown.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving for added color and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2149.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3984.5

Total Fat 246.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 1329.6mg	0%
Sodium 4946.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 43.9g
Protein 345.6g	0%

Vitamin D 196.4IU	0%
Calcium 1196.2mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 3288.1mg	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: 55.4%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 10.2%