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Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole

This creamy and cheesy casserole is an easy, budget-friendly dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners, ensuring comfort and satisfaction for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Rotisserie chicken works great!
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 sleeve (about 30) buttery round crackers, crushed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted 1 stick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream until smooth.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter until coated.
  2. Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the chicken layer.
Baking
  1. Place in the oven and bake for about 30–35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly with a golden-brown topping.
  2. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a pop of flavor, serve with fresh herbs and a crisp green salad. This casserole keeps well in the fridge for 3-4 days. Can be assembled a day ahead and stored in the fridge before baking.