Creamy Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole
A rich and creamy Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole topped with a golden, buttery cracker crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or comforting family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cupscooked shredded chicken
- 1can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cupsour cream
- 1/2 cupfinely chopped onion (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoongarlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoonblack pepper
- 2sleeves Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cupunsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cupgrated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion (if using), garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese (if using).
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken layer.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until topping is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
Greek yogurt can be substituted for sour cream for a tangier flavor.
Add frozen peas or sautéed mushrooms for extra veggies.
To make ahead, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Nutrition
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 22g