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Creamy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

A classic family favorite made with tender chicken, a savory cream sauce, and a buttery cracker topping.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 22, 2026
Creamy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
35 minutes
Serves
4

This casserole is a staple in my kitchen when I need something warm and comforting without spending hours at the stove. It is the perfect blend of creamy and crunchy, and that golden Ritz cracker topping is always a hit with the kids. I find that adding a little bit of parmesan cheese really brings out the savory flavors in the sauce.

You can make this even faster by using a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store. It is a great way to use up leftovers too. If you are looking for a lighter option, plain Greek yogurt works perfectly as a swap for the sour cream, giving it a nice tang and extra protein.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • 2 cups Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    Lightly grease a 9 by 9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, parmesan cheese, and poppy seeds until everything is well combined.

  4. 4

    Spread the chicken mixture into your prepared baking dish in an even layer.

  5. 5

    In another bowl, stir together the crushed crackers and the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle the buttery cracker crumbs over the top of the chicken mixture.

  7. 7

    Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the top is a beautiful golden brown.

💡 Tips

This dish is wonderful when served over white rice or egg noodles to soak up the sauce. If you have leftovers, they keep well in the fridge for about three days. You can also assemble the chicken part ahead of time and just add the cracker topping right before you put it in the oven.

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