Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole
A creamy chicken casserole made with just five simple ingredients, finished with melted cheddar and a crispy buttery cracker topping.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 10.5-ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 sleeve buttery crackers such as Ritz, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream to a large bowl. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- Spread half of the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken.
- Spread the remaining chicken mixture over the cheese, followed by the remaining cheddar.
- Sprinkle the crushed buttery crackers evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling around the edges and the topping is lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is an easy shortcut and works especially well in this recipe.
- Avoid adding much extra salt before tasting because the condensed soup, cheese, and crackers already contain sodium.
- For make-ahead preparation, assemble the chicken and cheese layers up to one day ahead and refrigerate. Add the cracker topping immediately before baking.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.