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Old-Fashioned Church Cake

A comforting casserole dish combining shredded chicken, creamy filling, and crunchy topping, perfect for potlucks and family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups shredded chicken Use leftover shredded chicken for best results.
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup Can be substituted with other cream soups.
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese You can experiment with different cheeses.
Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup crushed buttery crackers or breadcrumbs Provides a crunchy texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and spread it evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chicken mixture.
  5. Crush the buttery crackers or breadcrumbs and spread them over the cheese layer for a crunchy topping.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  2. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with a side salad or steamed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.