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This Ritz Chicken Casserole has become a family favorite weeknight meal. We have even made it for the holidays because how easy it is to make.

Ritz Chicken Casserole in a baking dish with a serving on a serving spoon
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Casserole Recipes make dinnertime a breeze and this Ritz Chicken Casserole is one we make often. It is filling, delicious and made with simple ingredients. The crunchy topping and the creamy center creates the best casserole.

If you love this casserole, then you are going to love Chicken and Rice Casserole, Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole, Italian Crescent Casserole and Jalapeño Corn Casserole.

Why We Love This Recipe

Ritz Chicken Casserole makes the best weeknight meal. It is the perfect to make with leftover chicken and simple seasoning. Adding the crunchy topping makes it the ultimate casserole that everyone will love.

This casserole is comforting, creamy, and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

Ingredients - Shredded Chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, Ritz Crackers, butter, garlic salt, pepper
  • Chicken – Use cooked, shredded chicken breasts. You can also use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken
  • Cream of Chicken Soup – Try making Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup
  • Ritz Crackers – A sleeve of crackers that have been crushed

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Variations Ideas

  • Add Cheese – For extra flavor, add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the chicken mixture.
  • Cream Soup – Substitute cream of chicken soup for cream of celery or cream of mushroom soup.
  • Vegetables – You can add in vegetables if you prefer. You can add in onions, peas, slice mushrooms or bell peppers.

How to Make Ritz Chicken Casserole

  • Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Combining shredded cooked chicken in a bowl with cream of chicken soup, sour cream and seasoning

Step 2 – In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic salt, and pepper.

Spreading the chicken mixture in a casserole dish with a spatula

Step 3 – Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Crushed Ritz Crackers in a melted butter in a bowl with a wooden spoon

Step 4 – In a separate bowl, combine the crunchy Ritz Crackers with melted butter.

Ritz Crackers topping on the chicken mixture on a baking dish

Step 5 – Sprinkle the crunchy Ritz cracker topping evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.

  • Step 6 – Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
  • Step 7 – Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Expert Tips

  • Cooking Time – If the topping browns too quickly, cover with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes of baking. 
  • Prepare Baking Dish – To easily serve this Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole spray non stick cooking spray. This also helps to make cleanup a breeze.
Ritz Chicken Casserole on a plate

Serving Suggestions

This creamy chicken casserole is perfect to serve for the holidays or a weeknight meal. This casserole is a complete meal but I like to serve with a side of Air Fryer Broccoli, Crock Pot Green Beans and Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls.

It is even delicious served with a large green salad for a complete meal idea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Best Way to Crush Crackers?

To crush Ritz Crackers you do not need any special equipment. You can pour the sleeve of crackers in a ziplock bag or crush them right in the packaging. These crackers can easily be crushed with your hands.

How to Store Leftover Ritz Chicken Casserole

Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. 

Can I Double the Casserole Recipe?

Yes, you can double the recipe just make sure to use two casserole dishes. But you can bake them both in the oven at the same time.

Ritz Chicken Casserole in a baking dish

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Ritz Chicken Casserole

5 from 1 vote
This Ritz Chicken Casserole has become a family favorite weeknight meal. We have even made it for the holidays because how easy it is to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 449

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cans 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers about 30 crackers, crushed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter.
  • Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Recipe Notes

For extra flavor, add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the chicken mixture.
You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
If the topping browns too quickly, cover with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking. 
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 449kcal, Carbohydrates 22g, Protein 22g, Fat 30g, Saturated Fat 13g, Polyunsaturated Fat 5g, Monounsaturated Fat 9g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 103mg, Sodium 1132mg, Potassium 284mg, Fiber 0.5g, Sugar 3g, Vitamin A 685IU, Vitamin C 0.4mg, Calcium 95mg, Iron 3mg

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I’m on a mission to help you cook delicious meals without busting your budget. Together we are going to cook real food… for real families!

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  1. Casey says:

    5 stars
    The whole family loved this recipe! Everyone cleaned their plates.