Cozy Chicken Casserole Recipe with Perfect Crispy Topping
A comforting chicken casserole with tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a crispy golden topping that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Shred your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Grease your baking dish lightly, then spread the shredded chicken evenly across the bottom. Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken, spreading it out to ensure it covers everything.
- In another bowl, mix the crushed crackers, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese (if using) until combined.
- Sprinkle the crispy topping evenly over the casserole.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
- Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free crackers. Rotisserie chicken works great for this recipe. If the topping browns too quickly, cover the dish loosely with foil and remove it in the last few minutes of baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350400
- Fat: 25
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 20
Keywords: chicken casserole, comfort food, crispy topping, easy dinner, family meal