{"id":258967,"date":"2026-08-22T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-22T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/22\/i-forgot-how-good-this-chicken-casserole-is-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2026-08-22T07:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-22T07:00:00","slug":"i-forgot-how-good-this-chicken-casserole-is-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/22\/i-forgot-how-good-this-chicken-casserole-is-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"I Forgot How Good This Chicken Casserole Is &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is such a classic dish that is incredibly easy to make! A creamy chicken\u00a0casserole topped with a buttery ritz topping; this will be the best casserole that you ever make!  \" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you already love poppy seed chicken casserole, <strong>mine is the one to try<\/strong>. I add Parmesan to the filling, and I swear that little extra salty, cheesy bite makes all the difference. And don\u2019t even get me started on that <strong>buttery Ritz topping<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole.\" class=\"wp-image-345932\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 id=\"h-come-for-the-chicken-stay-for-the-ritz\" class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Come for the Chicken, Stay for the Ritz<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quick and easy:<\/strong> It\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes with simple ingredients and minimal prep. Just like my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/funeral-potato-and-chicken-casserole\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"345237\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">funeral potato and chicken casserole<\/a>. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Creamy and crunchy:<\/strong> The rich chicken filling and buttery Ritz topping give you the best of both textures.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Great for busy nights:<\/strong> Rotisserie chicken makes this casserole even faster to throw together.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-reader-review cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-reader-review__inner\"><!-- .block-reader-review__stars --><\/p>\n<p class=\"block-reader-review__title\">A Reader\u2019s Review<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-reader-review__quote\">\n<p>This is my favorite poppyseed chicken recipe! Others I\u2019ve tried were lackluster. The parmesan cheese makes this recipe stand out. The only changes I make is more poppyseed and less butter. (I use one tablespoon of poppyseed and 1\/2 stick butter.)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__quote --><\/p>\n<p>April<\/p>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__citation --><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-reader-review --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 id=\"h-poppy-seed-chicken-casserole-ingredients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole Ingredients<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled poppy seed chicken casserole ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-345961\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-1200x800.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled poppy seed chicken casserole ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-345961\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IngredientsWithLabelPoppyseedChickenCasserole-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Chicken:<\/strong> Cooked <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/instant-pot-shredded-chicken\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"160251\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">shredded chicken<\/a> breasts make this easy to throw together! Using rotisserie chicken makes it even easier!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sour Cream:<\/strong> Greek yogurt works as well! It\u2019s a great, healthier, high protein substitute.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cream of Chicken Soup:<\/strong> Cream of mushroom or cream of celery are a tasty option if you don\u2019t have chicken!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-poppy-seed-chicken-casserole-recipe\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole Recipe<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This poppyseed chicken casserole is the ultimate comfort food. With a creamy filling and buttery cracker topping. For another cozy dinner, try my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-and-stuffing-casserole\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">chicken and stuffing casserole<\/a> or make <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-poppyseed-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">crockpot poppy seed chicken<\/a> instead.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Prep the Dish:<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F, then spray a 2-quart or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Cj0Ilq\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">9\u00d79-inch baking dish<\/a> with nonstick cooking spray.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the Filling:<\/strong> Add the chicken, sour cream, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-cream-chicken-soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">cream of chicken soup<\/a>, Parmesan cheese, and poppy seeds to a large bowl.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spread:<\/strong> Stir until combined. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top and Bake:<\/strong> Mix the crushed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ritz-crackers-original-crackers\/-\/A-89247117?preselect=12958804#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Ritz crackers<\/a> and melted butter. Sprinkle cracker mixture over the chicken. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-numbered\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"345944\" alt=\"Casserole ingredients added to a mixing bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-345944\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"345944\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Casserole ingredients added to a mixing bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-345944\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"345946\" alt=\"Ingredients all mixed together. \" class=\"wp-image-345946\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"345946\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients all mixed together. \" class=\"wp-image-345946\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"345945\" alt=\"Ingredient mixture spread out in the bottom of the2 quart baking dish. \" class=\"wp-image-345945\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"345945\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredient mixture spread out in the bottom of the2 quart baking dish. \" class=\"wp-image-345945\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"345943\" alt=\"Ritz cracker topping added to the top of the mixture. \" class=\"wp-image-345943\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"345943\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Ritz cracker topping added to the top of the mixture. \" class=\"wp-image-345943\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 id=\"h-must-have-tools-for-this-recipe\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Must Have Tools For This Recipe<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken.jpg&amp;description=Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"36860\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-52857\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"52857\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-3481406700\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-3481406700\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-52857-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-52857-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"52857\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-52857-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 2-quart or 9 X 9 X 2-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-52857-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large bowl, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-52857-0 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">3 cups cooked, shredded chicken<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-52857-1 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 cup sour cream<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-52857-2 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 (10.75- ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-52857-3 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd cup shredded parmesan cheese<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-52857-4 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">2 teaspoons poppy seeds<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-52857-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Mix to combine well, and spread along the bottom of the prepared pan.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-52857-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a medium bowl, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-52857-5 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">2 cups crushed Ritz crackers<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-52857-6 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd cup melted unsalted butter <\/span>. Stir to combine and sprinkle on top of the chicken mixture. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-52857-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Leftover and Make Ahead Instructions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Refrigerator:<\/strong> Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for 3-5 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong> Freeze the unbaked casserole without the Ritz topping for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, add the topping, then bake as directed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-52857-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">697<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">23<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">52<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">26<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">182<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">567<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">377<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1208<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">293<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__title\">\n<h2 id=\"h-what-to-serve-with-poppy-seed-chicken-casserole\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Serve With Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve it over white rice or egg noodles, with a side of roasted broccoli. Here are a few other options. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Serving of poppy seed chicken casserole in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-345933\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Serving of poppy seed chicken casserole in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-345933\" title=\"Poppy seed chicken casserole is creamy, cozy, and so easy to make! Tender chicken is topped with buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect crunch, and it\u2019s ready in just 35 minutes.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poppyseed-chicken-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cp-load-after-post\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script type=\"text\/rocketlazyloadscript\">\n\t!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n\tn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;\n\tn.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n\tt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,\n\tdocument,'script','https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js' );\n\tfbq( 'init', '1748581388781497' );\t<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. 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