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Close‑up of a spoon lifting a bite of creamy chicken casserole with melted cheese and golden Ritz cracker topping.
Tarek Rakhiess

Cheesy Chicken Casserole with Ritz Crackers Dinner Winner

Creamy shredded chicken, melted cheddar cheese, and a buttery Ritz cracker topping baked until golden. This easy family casserole is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or comfort food dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: casserole, dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, comfort food
Calories:
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed for topping
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13 casserole dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Oven
  • Small bowl (for topping)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
  4. Crush Ritz crackers into coarse crumbs. Mix with melted butter until coated.
  5. Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the casserole filling.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until bubbly around the edges and golden brown on top.
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Rotisserie chicken works perfectly for quick prep.
  • For extra crunch, broil the top for 2 minutes at the end.
  • Add peas, broccoli, or corn for more vegetables.
  • Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days.
  • Freeze unbaked casserole up to 2 months.