Description
A comforting chicken casserole that combines tender chicken, creamy ingredients, and delicious flavors into one hearty meal, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1-2 cups crushed crackers (like Ritz or saltines), for topping
- ¼ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, frozen mixed vegetables, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Gently fold in the cooked rice until all ingredients are well combined.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and pour the chicken mixture into it, spreading it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter until well coated.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can prepare the casserole a day in advance and keep it in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if preparing from cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American