Description
Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish combining shredded chicken, creamy soup, and sour cream topped with a buttery cracker crust. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole bakes to golden perfection and serves a crowd with minimal effort and ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 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 dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix main filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended. Spread this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare topping: In a separate bowl, combine the crushed buttery round crackers with the melted unsalted butter. Mix until all the cracker crumbs are coated with butter.
- Add topping to casserole: Evenly sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture over the chicken and sauce layer in the baking dish, creating a crunchy topping.
- Bake the casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the cracker topping turns a golden brown color.
- Cool and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. This helps the casserole set slightly for easier portioning.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience and flavor, but any cooked shredded chicken works well.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the crackers with gluten-free buttery crackers.
- You can add a pinch of black pepper or herbs like parsley for added flavor if desired.
- Make sure to crush the crackers finely for an even topping texture.
- This casserole pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
