Classic Poppy Seed Chicken combines tender chicken with the crunch of poppy seeds and salty crackers—a winning combination if ever there was one! The mild, nutty flavors of poppy accent and enhance the chicken and the buttery crust for a hearty main course you’ll truly love! Classic Poppy Seed Chicken is a crispy, creamy dish with a rich flavor that leaves you feeling richer! You might even say it pops with flavor!
Ingredients
- 5 cups chicken breasts, cubed and cooked
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 (10.75-ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds, optional
- 2 cups cooked rice, optional, for serving
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –Place the cooked chicken at the bottom of a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Step 3 –In a medium bowl, stir the sour cream and soup together.
Step 4 –Pour the soup and cream mixture over the chicken.
Step 5 –In a separate bowl, stir the crushed crackers and melted butter.
Step 6 –Sprinkle the cracker mixture over the chicken.
Step 7 –Top with the poppy seeds.
Step 8 –Bake until the top of the casserole is browned and the sauce is bubbly, for about 20-30 minutes.
Step 9 –Serve hot over cooked rice!
