Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

A delightful one-dish meal that combines creamy chicken and a crunchy Ritz cracker topping, perfect for family gatherings or potlucks.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 390

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
1 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
1 can cream of chicken soup Cream of mushroom or cheese soup can be used as alternatives.
1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or your preferred cheese.
1 cup crushed Ritz crackers Any buttery cracker can be used.
1/4 cup melted butter To coat the crushed crackers.
to taste Salt and pepper

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and half of the shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.

Topping

In another bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and stir until the crackers are well coated.
Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the baking dish.
Top with the remaining shredded cheese.

Baking

Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the cracker topping is golden brown.
Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve with a green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked for up to 3 months, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking.