Description
Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make baked dish featuring shredded chicken mixed with creamy soup and sour cream, topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust for a crunchy, golden finish. Perfect for a family dinner, this casserole offers creamy, savory flavors with a delightful texture contrast.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Topping
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 30 crackers), crushed
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Chicken Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish, ensuring a flat and consistent layer for even cooking.
- Prepare Cracker Topping: Crush the Ritz crackers into small pieces. Then, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter to coat them evenly, which will create a crispy, flavorful topping.
- Add Cracker Topping: Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the chicken filling, covering the entire surface to form a crunchy crust.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes. Bake until the casserole is bubbly and the cracker topping is golden brown.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes to set. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch and serve hot.
Notes
- For a crispier topping, you can broil the casserole for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and enhanced flavor.
- Adding shredded cheese to the chicken mixture can make the casserole richer.
