Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 -3 boneless skinless chicken breasts; salt; pepper; 2 cups sour cream; 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 2 tablespoons poppy seeds; 1 sleeve Ritz cracker, crushed; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup couscous, uncooked; 1 cup chicken broth

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 -3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
salt
pepper
2 cups sour cream
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 sleeve Ritz cracker, crushed
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup couscous, uncooked
1 cup chicken broth

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For Part 1: Pan-sear chicken, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in oil until chicken is fully cooked and onions are soft.
2
Cube chicken into bite-size pieces.
3
For Part 2: Mix sour cream, soup, and poppy seeds in a medium casserole dish until well blended and mixture is smooth.
4
Add cooked chicken and onions (from part 1) into the mixture and mix well.
5
Bake at 350F for 30-35 minutes.
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For Part 3: Melt butter (either on stove, or in microwave), and pour over crushed crackers.
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Mix until crackers are coated.
8
After casserole (from part 2) has baked for 30-35 minutes, sprinkle cracker mixture evenly over the top.
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Continue baking for another 10-15 minutes.
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For Part 4: Bring chicken broth to a boil.
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Add couscous to broth and remove the pan from heat.
12
Cover and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
13
Use fork to fluff couscous.
14
Lastly, after casserole and couscous are both done cooking, serve the casserole over couscous.
15
**Excellent with asparagus or other green vegetables, or a salad for sides!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 onion, diced, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 2 -3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, and more.

Yes, Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

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