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Delicious chicken casserole dish baked to perfection with cheese and vegetables

Chicken Casserole

A comforting and hearty chicken casserole with creamy ingredients and crunchy toppings, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1 cup sour cream Can substitute with low-fat sour cream for a healthier option.
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese Reserve half a cup for topping.
  • 1 sleeve buttery crackers, crushed (about 1 1/2 cups crumbs) For extra crispy topping, consider broiling after baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheese until evenly combined.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the crushed crackers over the top, then add the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top.
Baking
  1. Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, until bubbling around the edges and golden on top.
  2. Let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve chicken casserole with a side salad or steamed vegetables. It can be covered and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.