Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 green onions, chopped
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups butter crackers or Ritz crackers, crushed
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Start with cooked chicken that’s shredded or chopped into bite-sized pieces. Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience and flavor.
- Mix creamy ingredients: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and a good portion of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy to form the luscious base of the casserole.
- Add the chicken and seasonings: Fold the cooked chicken, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the creamy mixture. Stir well to ensure every bite is flavorful and evenly coated.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer the mixture into a buttered baking dish, spreading it evenly to allow the creamy layers to meld together perfectly.
- Prepare the topping: Mix crushed butter crackers with melted butter until crumbly but moist. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the top of the casserole to create a crunchy, golden finish.
- Bake to perfection: Bake the casserole at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and bubbling, indicating it is ready to be served.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for easier blending and a smoother texture.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to set and aid slicing.
- Add fresh green onions right before baking to preserve their vibrant color and fresh flavor.
- Watch the cracker topping closely during baking to prevent over-browning.
- Shredding your own cheese instead of using pre-shredded ensures better melting due to the absence of anti-caking agents.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free cracker substitution)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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