Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Poppy seed chicken casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that transforms any weeknight into a delightful meal. This creamy casserole features tender chicken, crunchy poppy seeds, and a buttery breadcrumb topping, making it not only delicious but also visually appealing. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or when you crave something warm and satisfying, this recipe is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (low-sodium)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the diced chicken and poppy seeds until well-coated.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and top with seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg