Dolly Parton's 5-Ingredient Casserole
Dolly Parton's famous 5-ingredient casserole features shredded chicken combined with creamy soup and sour cream, topped with a buttery cracker crust that bakes to golden perfection. This beloved comfort food is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, and family dinners that need to come together fast.
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie chicken is the quickest option
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup undiluted
- 1 cup sour cream adds richness and tang
- 1 sleeve (about 30) buttery round crackers crushed into medium pieces
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted, about 1 stick
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Mix the chicken filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream until well blended and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes of stirring.
- Transfer to the baking dish: Pour the chicken mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Create the cracker topping: In a separate bowl, combine the crushed crackers with the melted butter, stirring until all the cracker pieces are coated and moistened.
- Top and bake: Spread the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the chicken filling, then bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.