Description
Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole is a simple, comforting dish combining shredded chicken, creamy soup and sour cream, topped with a buttery cracker crust. Perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner, this casserole bakes to a warm, bubbly delight with minimal effort.
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 the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Stir the mixture until it is smooth and evenly mixed. Spread this filling evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed buttery round crackers with the melted unsalted butter. Stir until the crackers are completely coated with butter.
- Assemble the Casserole: Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the chicken filling layer in the baking dish, creating a crunchy topping.
- 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 golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly for easier portioning.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor.
- Make sure to crush the crackers finely for a better crust texture.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat sour cream and butter.
- This casserole pairs well with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Dolly Parton casserole, 5-ingredient casserole, chicken casserole, easy baked dinner, creamy chicken casserole, buttery cracker topping
