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Southern Squash Casserole

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A delightful Southern dish featuring yellow squash, cheese, and a crunchy Ritz cracker topping, perfect as a comforting side for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter for sautéing
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1.5 cups crushed Ritz crackers
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted for the topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  3. Sauté the sliced squash and diced onion until they are soft and lightly golden, about 10–12 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, beaten eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stir in the sautéed squash and onion mixture until everything is 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 of the casserole.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
  2. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze tightly wrapped for longer storage. Enjoy it on its own or serve with fried chicken, grilled meats, or a fresh salad. For variations, feel free to add other vegetables or different cheeses.
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