Family Favorite Crunchy Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Family Favorite Crunchy Chicken Casserole—an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Loaded with tender shredded chicken, creamy layers of savory cream of chicken soup and sour cream, and a medley of crisp frozen vegetables, this casserole is as hearty as it is flavorful. What sets this dish apart is its irresistible golden topping of crushed buttery Ritz crackers, melted butter, and gooey cheddar cheese, adding the perfect crunch to every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder serves six and is a breeze to prepare. Serve it warm alongside a fresh green salad or a slice of crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal the entire family will love. Keywords: crunchy chicken casserole, comfort food, easy chicken dinner, creamy casserole, family-friendly recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1.5 sleeves Ritz crackers
- 1 stick butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, frozen mixed vegetables, diced onion, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate bowl, crush the Ritz crackers and mix them with the melted butter until well coated.
Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the chicken mixture in the baking dish.
Top the casserole with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cracker topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy the casserole warm with your favorite sides!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 293.0 g | 376% | |
| Saturated Fat | 159.2 g | 796% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1438 mg | 479% | |
| Sodium | 5772 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.3 g | ||
| Protein | 386.7 g | 773% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 2438 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 3885 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
