Description
This hearty Chicken Casserole combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy mixture of condensed soup and sour cream, seasoned with onion and garlic powders, and topped with a crunchy buttered cracker and cheddar cheese crust. Perfect for an easy and comforting meal, it bakes to golden perfection and is ideal for family dinners or meal prepping.
Ingredients
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Chicken Filling
- 2 (10.5-ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream (240g)
- 1½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 1kg or 2 rotisserie chickens)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided (225g)
Topping
- 2 full sleeves Ritz crackers, lightly crushed (250g)
- 4 tablespoons melted butter (56g)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a 13×9-inch casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Chicken Filling: In a large bowl, combine the condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Stir until fully blended. Fold in the shredded cooked chicken and 1½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese to create a creamy, well-seasoned mixture.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly for uniform cooking and topping coverage.
- Prepare the Topping: In a medium bowl, mix the lightly crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. This will create a crispy, buttery topping for the casserole.
- Add Topping and Cheese: Sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture evenly over the chicken filling. Then, sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top to finish the topping layer.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the assembled casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the cracker topping is lightly browned and crisp.
- Cool Before Serving: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 15 to 20 minutes. This resting time helps the casserole set and thicken, making it easier to serve and enhancing the flavors.
Notes
- Chicken Casserole is perfect for an easy dinner tonight, providing a creamy, comforting meal with minimal preparation.
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds extra flavor, but any cooked chicken can work well.
- The buttery Ritz cracker topping adds a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy filling.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a convenient lunch or dinner the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 925 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 2043 mg
- Fat: 57 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 63 g
- Cholesterol: 230 mg
