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Southern Squash Casserole

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A delightful dish combining tender yellow squash with a creamy filling, perfect as a side for any meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs yellow squash, sliced Try to use fresh yellow squash for the best flavor and texture.
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter For sautéing.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup Can swap for cream of mushroom soup for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese You can mix cheeses for added flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted For the topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  3. Sauté the squash and onion until soft and lightly golden, about 10 to 12 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, beaten eggs, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stir in the sautéed squash and onion mixture until well blended.
  6. Spoon the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter.
  8. Sprinkle the cracker mixture over the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the casserole is golden brown and bubbly.
  2. Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store leftovers by cooling completely, then cover tightly. Refrigerate for 3 to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
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