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Creamy Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

A comforting casserole featuring a creamy chicken filling topped with crunchy Ritz crackers, perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover rotisserie chicken for added flavor.
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom or other cream soups.
  • 1 cup sour cream May substitute Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or your choice of cheese.
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups Ritz crackers, crushed Can use gluten-free crackers as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheese, and milk. Mix until well combined.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the chicken mixture into a greased casserole dish.
Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until combined.
  2. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

This casserole pairs well with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables. Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or bake at 350°F until heated through.