Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole Recipe :- The classic comfort food recipe known as poppy seed chicken casserole is a dish that blends tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a crunchy topping to create a sumptuous supper that is sure to please the entire family.
Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole RecipeÂ
This time-honored dish is ideal for hosting intimate dinners, potlucks, or any other event in which you want to indulge in a home-cooked meal that is rich in flavor and provides a sense of comfort. In this recipe guide, we will take you step-by-step through the process of making a scrumptious poppy seed chicken casserole that will quickly become a standard in your collection of recipes. What are we waiting for?
Ingredients:
- For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- For the Casserole:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed buttery crackers or breadcrumbs
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
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Instructions:
Put the chicken in the oven:
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
Salt and pepper should be applied to both sides of the chicken breasts before cooking.
Over medium-high heat, bring the olive oil to a simmer in a pan. Add the chicken breasts once the pan is heated, and sear them for two to three minutes on each side, until they are golden brown.
After the chicken breasts have been seared, place them in a baking dish and carefully pour either water or chicken stock into the dish. Bake the chicken for twenty to twenty-five minutes, or until it is completely cooked through, with the foil covering it. When it is finished cooking, take the chicken out of the oven and allow it to cool. After that, using two forks, shred the chicken into pieces that are suitable for eating.
Put together the sauce by:
Butter that has not been salted should be melted in a pot over medium heat. In order to make a roux, once the butter has melted, mix in the all-purpose flour. Cook the roux for one to two minutes while stirring it frequently until it reaches a golden brown color and a pleasant aroma.
While whisking, gradually add the chicken broth, making sure there are no lumps in the mixture. Take approximately five minutes to get the sauce to a thickening state while stirring it often.
Take the skillet off the heat and quickly add the sour cream, lemon juice, poppy seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is evenly distributed. After thoroughly combining, mix.
Put together the casserole by:
Put the shredded chicken in the bottom of a baking dish that is 9 inches by 13 inches and has been buttered.
Pour the sauce over the chicken that has been shredded in an even manner, and then use a spatula to spread it out so that it thoroughly covers the chicken.
Make sure that the shredded cheddar cheese is distributed evenly throughout the surface of the sauce.
For the topping, add:
Put the breadcrumbs or buttered crackers that have been smashed into a small bowl and mix them together.
In order to create a crispy topping for the dish, sprinkle the cracker or breadcrumb mixture over the cheese layer in an even manner.
Casserole should be baked:
After the casserole has been prepared, place it in an oven that has been warmed and bake it for twenty-five to thirty minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
Serve with garnishes and
As soon as it is finished cooking, take the casserole out of the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
For an additional splash of color and a burst of freshness, you can, if you so wish, garnish the poppy seed chicken casserole with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve the casserole while it is still hot, accompanied by your preferred side dishes, such as rice, vegetables that have been steamed, or a salad made of crisp greens.
Have fun:
As you relish each creamy and delectable taste of the warm and comfortable poppy seed chicken dish, you should dig in and enjoy it.
