Cracker Chicken Casserole

Warm, comforting, and undeniably delicious, Cracker Chicken Casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners and potluck gatherings alike. This indulgent dish features tender shredded chicken smothered in a creamy blend of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and savory seasonings, layered with gooey cheddar cheese, and crowned with a buttery Ritz cracker topping that bakes to golden perfection. With simple prep and a bake time of just 35 minutes, this casserole is easy to make yet packed with rich, satisfying flavors. Serve it as a hearty main dish with a crisp green salad or steamed veggies on the side, and watch it become an instant family favorite. Keywords: cracker chicken casserole, easy chicken casserole, creamy chicken casserole, Ritz cracker topping.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
• 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1.5 cups (crushed) Ritz crackers
• 4 tablespoons Butter (melted)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray or butter.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.

Step 3

Stir the cooked, shredded chicken into the mixture, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.

Step 4

Transfer the chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken mixture.

Step 6

In a separate small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Mix until the crackers are evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture over the cheese layer in the casserole dish.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1601.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3043.7

Total Fat 183.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 992.8mg	0%
Sodium 3935.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g	0%
Total Sugars 27.9g
Protein 273.6g	0%

Vitamin D 73.2IU	0%
Calcium 1450.9mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 2324.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 35.7%

Carbs: 10.4%