Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole 

Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole is the perfect comfort food dish. This creamy casserole is topped with a buttery Ritz cracker topping, adding a delightful crunch to every bite.

It’s quick to prepare, making it a great choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• 9×13-inch casserole dish
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spoon or whisk

Ingredients

For the Casserole:
4 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Topping:
1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. Prepare the Casserole Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
3. Add the Chicken: Stir in the shredded or diced chicken until well coated with the creamy mixture.
4. Assemble the Casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
5. Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until combined.
6. Top the Casserole: Sprinkle the buttery cracker topping evenly over the chicken mixture.
7. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
8. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Total Time

50 minutes

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: 380
Protein: 22g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fat: 24g
Fiber: 1g

Expert Tips

Use Rotisserie Chicken: Save time by using shredded rotisserie chicken for this recipe.

Customize the Topping: For extra crunch, mix in a handful of crushed cornflakes or panko breadcrumbs with the Ritz crackers.

Make It Cheesier: Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the chicken mixture for a richer flavor.

FAQs

Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the casserole and refrigerate it (unbaked) for up to 24 hours. Add the topping just before baking.

Can I freeze it?
Yes, freeze the unbaked casserole for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.

What can I serve with this casserole?
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables, a simple salad, or fluffy rice for a complete meal.

Storing & Reheating

Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freezer: Freeze individual portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months.

Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, or microwave individual servings.

Substitutions & Variations

Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free cream of chicken soup and gluten-free crackers.

Protein Options: Swap chicken for turkey or cooked ground beef.

Vegetable Add-Ins: Mix in cooked broccoli, peas, or green beans for added nutrition.

Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole is the perfect comfort food dish. This creamy casserole is topped with a buttery Ritz cracker topping, adding a delightful crunch to every bite.

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Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• - 9x13-inch casserole dish
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• - Spoon or whisk

Ingredients

  

• **For the Casserole:**
• 4 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
• 2 cans 10.5 oz each cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• **For the Topping:**
• 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers about 1 sleeve
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted

Instructions

 

• **Preheat the Oven:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
• **Prepare the Casserole Mixture:** In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
• **Add the Chicken:** Stir in the shredded or diced chicken until well coated with the creamy mixture.
• **Assemble the Casserole:** Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
• **Make the Topping:** In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until combined.
• **Top the Casserole:** Sprinkle the buttery cracker topping evenly over the chicken mixture.
• **Bake:** Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
• **Serve:** Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.