Description
A comforting and creamy chicken casserole featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with a rich sauce and topped with a buttery, crunchy Ritz cracker crust. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering warm flavors and satisfying textures in every bite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 6 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Casserole Base: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly blended.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer.
- Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated and crumbly.
- Add the Topping: Evenly sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture over the chicken base in the baking dish, covering the surface completely.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the topping turns a golden brown color.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly and enhance flavors.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient and flavorful shortcut perfect for this recipe.
- Incorporate cooked vegetables like peas or broccoli for added nutrition and a more complete meal.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
