Description
Poppy seed chicken is a comforting casserole that features tender chicken enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, topped with crunchy poppy seeds and buttery Ritz cracker crumbs. This delightful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, promising a flavor-packed experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer and season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, melted butter, and poppy seeds until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
- Mix crushed Ritz crackers with grated Parmesan and sprinkle on top of the chicken.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg