Description
This Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole offers a delightful combination of creamy and crunchy textures, making it a perfect comfort food dish. With a rich, creamy sauce topped with a crispy Ritz cracker crust, it’s an easy-to-make meal that’s ideal for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cracker Mixture: Mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and layer half in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Add Chicken: Lay chicken breasts on top of the cracker base.
- Creamy Sauce: Combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl and pour over the chicken.
- Cheese and Crackers: Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, followed by the remaining cracker mixture.
- Bake: Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden.
Notes
- Substitute different cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack for a twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free crackers and soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 580 kcal per serving