Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Mix the Casserole Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until all the ingredients are well mixed.
- Layer the Casserole:
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the chicken mixture.
- Prepare the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter until the crackers are well coated. Sprinkle this cracker mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
- Bake:
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cracker topping is golden brown.
- Serving:
- Let the casserole sit for a few minutes after taking it out of the oven. Serve warm over cooked rice, pasta, or alongside your favorite steamed vegetables.
Tips:
- Chicken: You can use leftover chicken, rotisserie chicken, or boil/bake chicken breasts or thighs and then shred or cube them.
- Customization: Feel free to add vegetables like sautéed mushrooms, peas, or carrots to the chicken mixture for added flavor and nutrition.
- Make Ahead: This casserole can be assembled a day ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if you’re baking it straight from the fridge.
Enjoy your Company Chicken Casserole with friends and family!