This Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole will quickly become a dinnertime staple. Shredded creamy chicken sits below a crust of baked crackers to make a filling meal.
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Pin RecipeI love to keep dishes simple, which is why this Ritz Cracker chicken casserole is always in my dinner lineup. It is a classic for a reason, as it’s a dish that doesn’t get old and is perfect for all occasions, including weeknight main dishes and Christmas dinners.
This creamy chicken casserole dish blends flavors, combines creamy and crunchy textures, and is basically a one-pot meal. Once you take a bite of the creamy chicken topped with the baked Ritz Crackers, you’ll wonder why you haven’t made this dish sooner!
(For a non-casserole spin on this recipe, try my Ritz Cracker Chicken too!)
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ease – Like most casserole dishes, all you have to do is mix everything together and place it in the oven. It’s simple, quick, and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Budget-friendly – This meal is light on the wallet and is super filling. It makes enough for 6 full servings and can be kept in the freezer for instant leftovers.
- Freezer-friendly – The dish can easily be made and stored in the freezer, making it great for a night when you don’t have time to cook dinner or want to prepare the meal in advance.
Recipe Ingredients
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions:
- Condensed cream of chicken soup – Use your favorite soup brand for this recipe.
- Sour cream –I like using full-fat, but reduced fat will also work.
- Onion powder
- Ground black pepper
- Rotisserie chicken – 1 whole rotisserie chicken will be enough for this recipe.
- Ritz Crackers – The recipe will use about 2 sleeves of crackers.
- Butter
Directions For How to Make Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole
Step 1. Gather all of your ingredients and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Then, spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2. Combine the condensed soup, onion powder, sour cream, pepper, and shredded chicken in a large bowl.
Step 3. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and smooth it out with a spoon for an even layer.
Step 4. Mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter.
Step 5. Sprinkle the Ritz Crackers evenly over the top of the casserole mixture.
Step 6. Bake the casserole in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling around the edges. Take it out of the oven and serve it while warm.
Variations
- Add in some greens. Add chopped broccoli or green beans to the casserole to make it veggie-forward.
- Turn it cheesy. Mix in 1/2 cup of shredded cheese with the crushed cracker to add a cheesy topping.
- Make it richer. Use both sour cream and cream cheese in the base mixture for a rich filling.
Tips for Success
- If making the dish for a smaller crowd, cut the ingredients in half and use an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Make sure to give the casserole dish a good spray with the nonstick spray. If the casserole dish isn’t covered, everything will stick and won’t come out of the pan easily.
- Cover the top with foil if the Ritz Crackers on the top of the dish start to brown before the rest of the casserole is cooked. The foil will keep the top from getting too brown while continuing to let the casserole cook.
Serving Suggestions
Here are some of my favorite side dishes to serve with this Ritz Cracker chicken casserole.
- Roasted Broccoli
- Parker House Rolls
- Homemade Garlic Bread
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
- Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Storage + Reheating
To Store: Store leftover Ritz Cracker chicken casserole in an airtight container for 3 days in the refrigerator.
To Reheat: The casserole can be reheated in the microwave or in the oven at 350ºF until warmed.
To Freeze: The casserole can also be frozen as leftovers or a whole dish. For leftovers, store them in an airtight container or freezer bag. For a full casserole, let it fully cool and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, let the casserole thaw overnight.
Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole Recipe
Equipment
- 9×13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 sleeves Ritz Crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF and grease a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the condensed soup, onion powder, sour cream, pepper, and shredded chicken. Mix well.
- Pour the filling mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it in an even layer across the bottom of the dish.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and the melted butter. Mix until the crackers are all coated in butter, then sprinkle the topping over the casserole.
- Bake the casserole, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes. The topping will be golden brown and the casserole will be bubbling around the edges.
- Scoop and serve the casserole while warm!
Notes
- Add 2 cups of chopped broccoli florets to the casserole mixture to add a healthy veggie to the dish.
- Cooked, chopped chicken breast will also work in place of shredded rotisserie chicken.
- Add 2 cups chopped, frozen green beans to the casserole mix to make a tasty green bean chicken casserole.
- Add ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese to the cracker topping for a cheesy casserole twist.
- Use ½ cup sour cream and ½ cup cream cheese for an even richer filling.
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