Simply Good Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Simply Good Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. chicken (broiler fryer or breasts); 1 qt. water; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. pepper; 1 can cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1 can cream of celery soup, undiluted; 1 (8 oz.) carton sour cream; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 2 stacks Ritz crackers, crushed; 1/4 c. butter, melted

Servings: persons

1
Put chicken in large pot with water, 1 tsp. salt and 1 tsp. pepper; bring to a boil.
2
Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until tender.
3
Cool chicken slightly; skin and debone and cut into bite-size pieces.
4
Combine chicken, soups, sour cream and 1/2 tsp. pepper; stir well.
5
Place 1/2 of crushed crackers in lightly greased 11 x 7 x 1 1/2 inch baking dish.
6
Spoon chicken mixture over crackers.
7
Top with remaining crackers and drizzle with butter.
8
Bake at 325u00b0 for 35 minutes or until lightly browned. Yield: 6 to 8 servings.

899

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

138

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. chicken (broiler fryer or breasts), 1 qt. water, 1 tsp. salt, 1 tsp. pepper, and more.

Yes, Simply Good 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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Simply Good Chicken Casserole

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