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Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole Recipe

Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole Recipe
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This comforting Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole combines shredded rotisserie chicken, creamy soup, mixed vegetables, and cheddar cheese, topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. It’s an easy, flavorful dish perfect for a cozy family dinner or potluck.

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 1 Rotisserie Chicken, shredded
  • ½ Cup Sour Cream
  • 22.6 Oz Cream Of Chicken Soup
  • 10 Oz Frozen Mixed Vegetables, thawed
  • 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder

Topping

  • 4 Sleeves Ritz Crackers, crushed
  • 1.5 Sticks Butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time your casserole is ready to bake.
  2. Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, thawed mixed vegetables, and shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, mixing thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Mix Cracker Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crackers are evenly coated for a rich, crispy topping.
  4. Layer Casserole: Spread half of the cracker mixture evenly at the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Next, spread the chicken mixture evenly over the cracker base. Finally, sprinkle the remaining cracker mixture evenly on top.
  5. Bake Covered: Cover the casserole with foil and bake on the center rack of the oven for 15 minutes. This helps the casserole heat through and the flavors to meld.
  6. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes to allow the cracker topping to become golden brown and crispy.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This resting time helps it set, making it easier to portion and enjoy warm.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and extra flavor.
  • Thaw frozen vegetables before mixing for even cooking and texture.
  • You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom for a different flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
  • For a gluten-free option, replace Ritz crackers with gluten-free crackers.
  • Make sure to crush crackers finely but not into powder for a pleasant crunchy topping.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated within 2-3 days.

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