Dolly Parton Five Ingredient Casserole (Print Version)

Creamy, cheesy Southern casserole with just five ingredients and a buttery cracker topping. Cozy and fuss-free.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
02 - 300 ml cream of chicken soup
03 - 240 ml sour cream
04 - 120 grams cheddar cheese, shredded
05 - 140 grams buttery crackers, crushed

→ Optional Garnish

06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
07 - Dried parsley, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C and lightly grease a medium baking dish (20 × 20 cm or 23 × 23 cm).
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and cheddar cheese until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
03 - Spread the creamy chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
04 - Distribute the crushed buttery crackers evenly over the filling, ensuring a complete, even layer.
05 - Bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling at the edges.
06 - Allow to rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with black pepper or parsley.

# Notes:

01 - Resting the baked dish for several minutes ensures clean slices and optimal texture.
02 - For best results, use freshly grated cheese for superior melt quality.
03 - This dish reheats well and may be prepared in advance, then baked just before serving.