Description
A creamy and comforting Ritz Chicken Casserole made with tender chicken, a rich sour cream and soup base, and topped with buttery Ritz crackers baked to golden perfection. Perfect for busy nights or make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 sleeves Ritz crackers (about 60 crackers), crushed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked chicken with cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until fully coated.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker topping evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken for convenience.
Make it cheesy by adding 1 cup of shredded cheddar or mozzarella.
Add vegetables like peas, broccoli, or carrots for extra nutrition.
For a spicy version, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze before baking for up to 2 months.
To keep the topping crispy, reheat in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
