Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

This Ritz cracker chicken casserole recipe has juicy shredded chicken mixed in a rich, creamy sauce layered with buttery Ritz crackers. It's a simple, easy-to-make meal the whole family will love! 

The Best Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

This Ritz cracker chicken casserole recipe is so rich and flavorful and is just comfort food at its best.

It's made with cooked chicken that's mixed in a flavorful combination of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and Italian seasonings. The casserole is finished off with a layer of a buttery, crunchy Ritz cracker topping before being baked to perfection.

The crackers are crisp, and the chicken soaks up every ounce of flavor from the sauce. Gah, I'm getting hungry just thinking about it!

This creamy chicken casserole is the perfect busy weeknight meal, yet it's impressive enough to serve if you're hosting guests. You can serve it with this Jiffy jalapeno cornbread or garlic bread, and you'll have one unforgettable meal everyone is sure to love!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Quick and easy to make. You can have this Ritz cracker chicken casserole prepared to bake in just 5 minutes. All you have to do is mix the ingredients together and assemble the casserole. That's it!

Crowd-pleaser. Every time I serve this creamy chicken casserole, everyone absolutely loves it! It's a guaranteed winner no matter what you make it for, whether it's a family dinner, a get-together with friends, or a holiday meal.

Winning combination. From the shredded chicken to the flavorful, creamy filling and buttered cracker crumbs, there are a lot of elements to love about this easy chicken casserole.

Ingredients

Another reason to love this Ritz cracker chicken casserole recipe is it's made with really basic ingredients, and those ingredients are:

• 1 ½ cup condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup sliced green onion
• 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
• 1 cup crumbled Ritz crackers
• ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted

You can use a lot of these same ingredients to make this crack chicken casserole and million dollar chicken casserole. They're two more of the best chicken casserole recipes with Ritz crackers, so you'll want to try them next!

Oh, and if you're looking for something a little different, you can use some of the ingredients to make this cheesy tater tot casserole.

How To Make Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180ºC) and grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Make the casserole filling: In a large bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, Italian seasoning, sour cream, and green onion. Stir until everything fully combines. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce mixture, and mix it all together. Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out.

3. Make the cracker crumb topping: In a small bowl, combine the two sleeves of crushed crackers with the melted butter. Mix until the crackers are fully coated in the butter, then sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly on top of the casserole.

4. Bake and serve: Put the casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the cracker topping is golden brown. Serve warm, and enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Use canned chicken or rotisserie chicken for a more convenient casserole dish.
• Add ingredients to the casserole, like cooked pasta, cooked rice, or diced potatoes, for a heartier casserole.
• Swap the cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom soup to add a different flavor.
• Add veggies like chopped broccoli, green beans, sliced mushrooms, or sliced bell peppers for a healthier casserole. You can also add a bag of frozen vegetables to the sauce mixture for a little variety.
• Top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese for a cheesier casserole.
• Garnish the casserole with chopped fresh parsley or green onions for a pop of color.

How To Store Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

In the fridge: Put a lid on the baking dish or transfer the leftover chicken casserole to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days.

In the freezer: Allow the leftover casserole to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container or freezer-safe bag and freeze for about 6 months.

Reheating: Transfer the casserole back to a baking dish and warm it in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until it's warmed through. Let the frozen casserole thaw in the fridge overnight or add more baking time.

FAQS About This Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

What can I serve with this casserole?

This delicious chicken casserole will go really well served with things like a house salad, crack green beans, honey glazed carrots, or these grit cakes.

Can I use other soup?

Yes. If you don't want to use cream of chicken soup, you can use any creamy condensed soup like cream of mushroom soup, cream of cheddar cheese soup, or cream of celery soup.

Can I use rotisserie chicken?

Absolutely! This casserole is perfect for using store bought rotisserie chicken. It'll make the recipe even more convenient to prepare. 

How many calories are in Ritz chicken casserole?

There are about 614 calories in one serving of this Ritz chicken casserole, which is around one cup.

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