Company Chicken Casserole is a rich and comforting dish that’s perfect for gatherings or a family dinner. Creamy chicken, crispy topping, and flavorful seasonings come together to create a casserole so delicious, it’s worthy of serving to guests. This easy recipe is sure to impress while keeping prep simple and stress-free.

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 2 cups sour cream
• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp salt, or to taste
• ½ tsp black pepper, or to taste
• 2 cups buttery round crackers, crushed
• ¼ cup butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully blended.
3. Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
4. Assemble the Casserole: Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
5. Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
6. Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until it is hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
7. Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

• Substitutions: Swap the cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom soup for a twist.
• Add Veggies: For added nutrition, mix in frozen peas, broccoli, or sautéed mushrooms.
• Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole up to a day in advance and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
• Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
• Crispier Topping: For extra crunch, add a sprinkle of shredded Parmesan cheese to the cracker topping before baking.

Company Chicken Casserole is an easy, versatile dish that feels fancy enough for entertaining but simple enough for a weeknight. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again!