5-Ingredient Chicken Casserole
A simple and comforting casserole with a creamy chicken base and a buttery, crunchy cracker topping, perfect for busy weeknights and potlucks.
Ingredients
Casserole Base
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Rotisserie chicken works great.
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup Look for brands with natural ingredients.
- 1 cup sour cream Full-fat sour cream gives the best texture.
Topping
- 1 sleeve buttery round crackers, crushed Use buttery variety for a richer flavor.
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted Makes a crisp topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Mix until well combined.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter until coated.
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken layer.
Baking
- Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes, until hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, sauté onion or garlic and fold into the filling. Serve with a side salad or steamed veggies.