Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, black pepper and poppy seeds.

Step 3

Stir in the chicken.

Step 4

Transfer the chicken mixture to prepared casserole dish and spread out evenly.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter.

Step 6

Sprinkle the buttery Ritz cracker mixture on top of the casserole. (optional sprinkle the top of the casserole with another teaspoon of poppyseeds)

Step 7

Bake in 350°F oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until filling is hot and bubbly at the edges.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh parsley, season with salt & pepper to taste and enjoy!