5-Ingredient Casserole
A comforting casserole made with tender chicken, creamy soup, and buttery crackers, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Rotisserie chicken works great!
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom or cheese soup.
- 1 cup sour cream Can use low-fat version for a lighter dish.
Topping Ingredients
- 1 sleeve (about 30) buttery round crackers, crushed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter until fully coated.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture generously over the chicken layer in the baking dish.
Baking
- Place your assembled casserole in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Allow the casserole to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat to at least 165°F for safe consumption. Enjoy with a salad, roasted vegetables, or garlic bread.