Cream of Chicken Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cream of Chicken Casserole—a hearty, flavorful dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy layers of sour cream and cream of chicken soup, and a wholesome mix of cooked rice and veggies, this casserole strikes the perfect balance between hearty and satisfying. A golden, buttery Ritz cracker topping adds an irresistibly crunchy finish, while melty cheddar cheese ties all the flavors together. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is a crowd-pleaser the whole family will love. Serve it warm for a meal that's as delicious as it is comforting!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 2 10.5-ounce cans cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1.5 cups Ritz crackers
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with non-stick spray or butter.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, cooked rice, and frozen mixed vegetables.

Step 3

Season the mixture with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Stir until the crackers are evenly coated.

Step 7

Spread the cracker topping over the top of the casserole to create a crispy layer.

Step 8

Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your comforting Cream of Chicken Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2704.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4126.4

Total Fat 200.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 1022.4mg	0%
Sodium 8134.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 283.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 50.5g
Protein 302.9g	0%

Vitamin D 146.4IU	0%
Calcium 1858.5mg	0%
Iron 25.4mg	0%
Potassium 3485.4mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 27.3%