Description
Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring tender shredded chicken baked with creamy soup and sour cream, topped with a buttery, crunchy cracker crust. This casserole combines simple pantry staples to create a warm, satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Filling
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
Topping
- 1 sleeve (about 30) buttery round crackers, crushed
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and prepare for baking.
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Spread this filling evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Make Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed buttery round crackers with the melted unsalted butter, ensuring the crackers are fully coated.
- Assemble Casserole: Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the chicken filling layer to create a crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the topping turns golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly for easier portioning.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add finely chopped onions or garlic into the filling mix before baking.
- Substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or celery for variation.
- Use gluten-free crackers if you need to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- This casserole pairs well with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables.
