Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Chicken Casserole Recipe
Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole is a simple, comforting dish featuring shredded chicken mixed with creamy soup and sour cream, topped with buttery crushed crackers, then baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, delivering rich flavors with minimal ingredients and effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Stir the mixture until it becomes smooth and well incorporated. 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 until each cracker crumb is coated thoroughly to create a rich, crunchy topping.
- Assemble Casserole: Sprinkle the buttery cracker topping evenly over the chicken mixture in the baking dish, ensuring a uniform layer for even baking and crispiness.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the topping turns a beautiful golden brown color.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes to set slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy a creamy, flavorful dish.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds extra flavor to the dish.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat sour cream and low-sodium soup.
- Try substituting buttery crackers with breadcrumbs or crushed Ritz crackers for different textures.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
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