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Creamy Chicken and Poppy Seed Casserole

Couverts6
Preparation time:45 minutes
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Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • 7 x 11 inch casserole dish
  • oven

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked and diced chicken
  • 1 can water chestnuts drained and sliced
  • 1 can LeSueur peas drained
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup light sour cream
  • 1 tube Ritz crackers crushed
  • 1 stick 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Combine Ingredients:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked and diced chicken, sliced water chestnuts, drained peas, cream of chicken soup, and light sour cream.
  • Mix well.

Prepare Casserole:

  • Transfer the chicken mixture into a greased 7 x 11-inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly.

Prepare Topping:

  • In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter or margarine and poppy seeds.

Assemble and Bake:

  • Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:

A Chardonnay or a Sauvignon Blanc would complement this casserole nicely, providing a balance to the creamy and rich flavors of the dish.

Nutrition values

Calories: 370 kcal | Carbohydrates: 27 g | Protein: 17 g | Fat: 22 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course; Casserole / Chicken / Main Course
Cuisine; United States