Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole 🥘🧀
A creamy, comforting, and ultra-easy casserole loaded with tender chicken, a rich, cheesy sauce, and a crispy, buttery Ritz cracker topping! Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a potluck favorite.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Make the Casserole Filling:
In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
Assemble the Casserole:
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Prepare the Topping:
In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until coated. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake and Serve:
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy:
Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, crunchy, and comforting casserole with your favorite side dishes!
🍽️ Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
🍽️ Easy, cheesy, and oh-so-crispy—your new go-to comfort meal! 🧀✨