Description
A creamy and comforting chicken casserole with layers of shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and a buttery Ritz cracker topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 sleeves Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Ensure you have 3 cups of cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare Cracker Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Stir until all crumbs are evenly coated.
- Craft the Creamy Base: In a very large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Whisk until completely smooth.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the sliced green onions, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Fold in Chicken: Gently fold the prepared shredded chicken into the creamy mixture until evenly coated.
- Assemble the Casserole: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread half of the chicken mixture in the dish, sprinkle with 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and repeat the layering with the remaining mixture and cheese. Top with crushed Ritz crackers.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake for 30-40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Rest Before Serving: Allow to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice into squares and serve warm.
Notes
This casserole stores well and reheats beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken, comfort food, creamy, easy dinner, Neiman Marcus