Creamy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

Name: Creamy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked shredded chicken; 2 cups cooked white rice; 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed; 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 tablespoon poppy seeds; 1 sleeve buttery round crackers, crushed; 4 tablespoons butter, melted

This comforting chicken casserole is packed with tender rice, fresh broccoli, and a buttery cracker topping that everyone loves.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 18, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Total

45 minutes

Serves

There is something so special about a warm casserole on a busy weeknight. This recipe brings together shredded chicken, fluffy rice, and crisp broccoli in a rich sauce that makes for the ultimate comfort food meal.

My favorite thing about this dish is that buttery crunch on top. If you have extra time, try to crush your crackers by hand so you get a mix of larger pieces and crumbs for the best texture.

🧺 Ingredients

3 cups cooked shredded chicken
2 cups cooked white rice
2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 sleeve buttery round crackers, crushed
4 tablespoons butter, melted

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, steamed broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and shredded cheese.
3
Stir the mixture well until everything is evenly combined, then spread it into your prepared baking dish.
4
In a small bowl, mix the crushed crackers with the melted butter and poppy seeds until the crumbs are coated.
5
Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
6
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
7
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to help everything set.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To keep the topping crunchy, you can reheat individual portions in the oven rather than the microwave. Serve this with a crisp side salad to balance out the creamy richness.

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