Ritz Cracker Chicken and Dressing

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Ritz Cracker Chicken and Dressing, a casserole that brings together creamy, savory, and crunchy textures in every bite. This simple yet satisfying recipe features tender shredded chicken coated in a rich mixture of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and savory seasonings, layered beneath a fluffy stovetop stuffing mix. Topped with buttery Ritz cracker crumbs baked to golden perfection, this dish delivers a delightful crunch that perfectly complements its hearty, creamy base. Ready in just over an hour with only 20 minutes of prep, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner or potluck favorite. Serve it with a crisp green salad or roasted veggies for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal that tastes like home.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 45 min
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
• 1 can Cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 box Stovetop stuffing mix

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or butter.

2. Cook the chicken breasts in a pot of simmering water or chicken broth until fully cooked, about 15 minutes. Remove and shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks. Set aside.

3. Crush the Ritz crackers into coarse crumbs and set aside.

4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined.

5. Fold the shredded chicken into the soup mixture and mix until the chicken is evenly coated.

6. Spread the chicken and soup mixture into the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer.

7. Prepare the stovetop stuffing mix according to the package instructions, using chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor. Spread the cooked stuffing evenly over the chicken layer in the baking dish.

8. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir it into the crushed Ritz crackers until the crumbs are coated and slightly moist.

9. Sprinkle the buttered Ritz cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole, creating a crispy topping.

10. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.

12. Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (255.6g)

Calories		524
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		35.8 g	46%
	Saturated Fat	18.4 g	92%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.3 g
Cholesterol		115 mg	38%
Sodium		742 mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate		28.1 g	10%
	Dietary Fiber	0.3 g	1%
	Total Sugars	6.4 g
Protein		23.8 g	48%
Vitamin D		0.5 mcg	2%
Calcium		107 mg	8%
Iron		1.8 mg	10%
Potassium		277 mg	6%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1927 cal (60.7%%)

Protein: 573 cal (18.0%%)

Carbs: 676 cal (21.3%%)