Cheesy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
This new twist on an old classic features tender chicken, a creamy poppy seed sauce, cheddar cheese, and a buttery cracker topping.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 359kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons butter divided
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/3 cup flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 8 oz. package cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheeese
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups crushed buttery crackers such as Ritz
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large, oven proof skillet, melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until tender, 3-5 minutes.
- Add the flour and cook for another minute or two. Whisk in broth and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Turn heat to low, then whisk in milk and cream cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in chicken, shredded cheddar, poppy seeds, and salt and pepper, to taste.
- In a small, microwave safe bowl, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in the crushed crackers. Sprinkle cracker topping over casserole.
- Transfer dish to oven and bake until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with rice or broccoli.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 359kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 623mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g