Description
Paula Deen’s Amazing Chicken Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a crunchy topping, making it a perfect meal for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture over the chicken layer in the baking dish.
- Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include vegetables like peas or broccoli.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg