A delightful and creamy chicken casserole with a crispy topping, perfect for a comforting meal.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking throughout the dish.
Cook the chicken breasts until fully cooked, then shred them into bite-sized pieces.
Shredding the chicken allows it to mix well with the sauce.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, mushrooms, and peas.
Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
Greasing the dish prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Melt the butter in a small pan and mix it with the crushed crackers.
Ensure the crackers are evenly coated with butter for a crispy topping.
Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the casserole.
Spread the topping evenly for a consistent crunch.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
Check the casserole halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Serve the casserole hot, optionally over biscuits, noodles, or rice.
Serving over a starch adds a hearty base to the dish.
