Chicken Casserole with Ritz Crackers
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This Chicken Casserole with Ritz Crackers recipe is one of the easiest you’ll find and so delicious! My friend Danielle came through BIG TIME with this one. This is her now-famous chicken casserole recipe is great with leftover chicken (or turkey) and comes together quickly – plus the topping is fun to make!
This chicken casserole is so basic – it pairs perfectly with a salad. It’s just a few ingredients and it’s all comfort food. Shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Ritz crackers and butter – does it get any better?!
If you don’t have shredded chicken – you can buy it pre-cooked – or make it yourself in the air fryer or the crock pot! I make this chicken at least once a month and keep the leftovers in the fridge for salads and recipes like this one!
How do you make Chicken Casserole?
- Grab your cooked chicken – leftover rotisserie is my favorite! Grab 2-3 cups of it and chop/shred it.
- Lay the chicken in the bottom of at least an 8×8 pan –
- In a bowl, mix together cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Resist the urge to eat it with a spoon and spread it on top of the chicken.
- Next – have some fun and crush a sleeve of Ritz crackers all over the top of the casserole! I like leaving some chunks too!
- Melt a stick of butter and drizzle that over the top of the crackers.
- Finally – bake for 30 minutes and you’re done!
It’s great for a crowd or picky eaters. Throw together a salad on the side and dinner is served. I absolutely love this recipe and make it at least once/month!
I make the best “rotisserie” chicken at home – either in my air fryer or my crock pot! It makes the juiciest chicken – I shred it up and keep it in the fridge for salads, pastas and this recipe!
I like to reheat this in the oven or air fryer – mainly because of the cracker topping. You can definitely reheat in the microwave – but you might just want to add some fresh crackers after you take it out so it has that crunch factor!
Of course! I have added frozen peas and carrots many times (before you add the cracker topping) and it bakes just fine. You could also add broccoli, cauliflower or even green beans!
You could use reduced calorie cream of mushroom soup, lowfat sour cream or nonfat Greek yogurt and even lower fat Ritz!
Yup – I just LOVE mushrooms!
Yup – leftover turkey or ham would be great too!
Thanks to my friend Danielle and I hope you and your families enjoy!
What Can you Serve with Chicken Casserole?
Other Yummy Casserole Recipes
- Chicken and Hashbrown Casserole
- Walking Taco Casserole
- Skinny Mexican Tater Tot Casserole
- Ham & Noodle Casserole
- Mom’s Chicken & Dumplings
Chicken Casserole
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped cooked chicken (1 rotisserie chicken)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 sleeve Ritz crackers
- 1/2 stick butter
This is the reason so many people in this country are so obese is because of recipes like this. We as a society need to eat less processed food and less saturated fat and more fruits and vegetables. This is just chock full of everything we should not be eating.
Okayyy Karen!! If it’s not for you leave it alone…. why you got to put your two cents in this for no reason? Jesus!
Eek. You've just killed me. This is my nightmare food, you know that, right?
Tirzah Lou
First anonymous – chock full? It's got chicken breasts! Doesn't that count for anything???? And while I may have issues with my weight – the girl that gave this to me is a runner and one of the most fit people I know. But thanks for posting!
Tirzah – you're the best! hahahaha – I thought for sure you'd make this tonight! haha
Anonymous YOU and the narrow minded, snobby, and condescending morons just like you are what's wrong with this country! Who are you to tell someone else what they should or should not be eating? What business is it of yours if I or anyone else CHOOSES for themselves to eat this or any other food for that matter? Are you or what I'm sure must be your equally stupid children (if you have them and for humanity's sake I really hope not) going to become "obese" by watching people like me eat something like this? Did the Food Hussy hold you down and make you eat it? No the truth is that people like you have ruined this country for the rest of us because people like you hate yourselves so much (and who could blame you really) that you want to make everyone else as miserable as you are! What's even more ridiculous is the fact that jerks like you actually think anyone cares what your opinion on the matter is. What a joke you are lady! Oh and one last thing I would love to point out to you and all the other perfectionists out there….this world has gotten along for a VERY long time using the philosophies of doing what you want as long as you're not hurting others and minding your own business if it doesn't concern you. This whole surge of people trying to dictate to everyone else what they should do in every single aspect of their lives has only recently came along in the modern era. Now is it just me or is it not one heck of a coincidence that you masters of everything just happen to start showing up at the same time that the world which as I said has been doing just fine for a while now appears to be crumbling in front of our very eyes? Do all of us in this society you preach about a favor and chew on that for a little bit. I assure you it has 0 calories, 100% good for you and the rest of us. Maybe next time you have an idiotic thought you will stuff some of this delicious chicken casserole in your mouth and keep i to yourself instead of speaking!!!!
Moron Hater: Thank you!!! Well said 👍🏻
I actually found this recipe and made it today for dinner.
It was very good and my kids loved it.
I will share this recipe with my family.
aw thanks!!! i’m glad you guys loved it!!!
Moron Hater- PERFECT could not have said it better. 👍
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AMAZING casserole and easy to make on a busy week night dinner! My family gives it 5 stars!
Thank you!!! So happy you liked it!!!
Sounds great I will make this!
It is NOT the recipe's fault for people being obese. Society must take responsibility of their own eating habits & stop blaming others. Even the healthiest recipes aren't good for us if not eaten in moderation. even if it's healthiest,or not the healthiest we choose what we put in our bodies.Even if someone ate this all the time, it's not like someone forced them to do that. It's always easier to blame something or someone else. WE NEED TO TAKE SOME RESPONSIBILITY!!
Everything in this recipe can be made using lowfat or fat free products. I do not see where this recipe is making people obese. Quite possibly you haven't heard of food moderation…portion size…People make people obese…recipes that can be altered do not.
Wow y'all, I'm from down under & I've read all your replies, & I gotta say the issues we have with obesity here is the same as your & my opinion is much like many of you in USA, & dare I say, "the world"…indeed, it is our responsibility as to what we devour ourselves…no-one twists our arms up our backs, but more importantly, it is also our responsibility, as parents, to control what our children eat, or should I say, how much they eat…everything in moderation, including moderation…and whilst the majority of obese adults/children can easily be controlled by life style choices (I hate the word "diet") let's not forget that a lot of obesity is as a result of a medical condition, I know, because I have a friend with just that, a medical reason…so I think the best take on the subject on obesity is, no take at all, as we don't know what someone else's story is…I hear many comments here down under too, & I must say, I am not a shy person, & hate injustice, so when I overhear someone commenting on an obese adult/child, I simply look at them and ask, "what do you care?"…if it doesn't concern you, yes, you have the right to your opinion, but keep it to yourself, I say…have a nice day…
Hey y'all, Lynne again from down under…I forgot to mention, that just because a recipe may have the word "creamy", or calls for cream in the recipe, or "half and half", which I must admit I have no idea what that is (we don't have that down here) my point is, we don't have to use the cream or any other fatty ingredient…I have substituted, many a time, these heavier ingredients with either plain yoghurt, (light) or evapourated milk (light)…admittedly, there are many dishes that won't work with substitues, so I google the question regarding substitution on a recipe, be it sweet or savoury, and if I can't substitute, then I make it with the called for ingredients, and make it a (very) sometimes treat…happy substituing…😘😘😘
WOW… Can anyone say…if it isn't for you..move on..people are ridiculous.
LOVE your recipes keep them coming signed fit & trim 55 yrs old going strong!
AMEN!
Could you substitute Cream of mushroom with cream of chicken
Yes of course!
This recipe is delicious. My family loves it. Even my pickiest eater and all 3 of my girls are picky eaters. I use cream of chicken in place of the cream of mushroom, because I have a house full of picky eaters myself included.
Nice! I'm a mushroom lover – but glad your family loved it!!! It's a staple for me!
Looks delish thank you for sharing…as for the mean comments on this feed I will pray for you. We need more live and kindness in the world 🙏🙏
This looks good. I am looking for easy and simple recipes that don’t take alot of time to prepare and bake. Would like more recipes like this.
i have lots of easy recipes – here are some quickies that are my fav! https://www.thefoodhussy.com/recipe-maid-rite-sliders-with-cheese/ – https://www.thefoodhussy.com/copycat-cheesecake-factory-crispy/ – https://www.thefoodhussy.com/olive-garden-jumbo-stuffed-shells/ –
These comments had me jumping to make this for the family! However I may have messed it up! I only had 1/2 cup of sour cream soo I was like well some comments said cream of chicken was good so I doubled the chicken added 1 can of each cream of chicken and cream of mushroom then my 1/2 cup sour cream mixed it all with the chicken and apparently I can’t read so instead of 1 sleeve I did 2 sleeves of ritz crackers.. in the oven now so fingers cross it turns out good enough for my pick husband eater! Who buy the way eats 24/7 without gaining so maybe this will put some of that instant obesity weight this recipe seems to create 😋
YOu can’t mess this up – and yes – I’m sure the swap you made will be delish!!!! Yum! Wish I was coming for dinner!
Just threw this in the oven, with turkey leftovers instead of chicken and cream of chicken instead of mushroom. Can’t wait to try it. Thanks for the quick and easy recipe. Sounds yummy and simple! My kind of recipe!
Nice! Yup – i’ve made it with both! easy swaps – you’ll love it!
Oh my goodness! My mom used to make chicken casserole like this too, except she would add in cream of chicken soup as well. I haven’t seen a recipe like hers so seeing this makes me happy. It really is quite delicious.
Delicious and easy. A little bland next time I’ll add garlic powder more ritz crackers and butter
Yeah – it’s a very basic dish and you can add some flair – it’s tasty no matter what though!
This recipe is delicious! I added my own twist by doubling the recipe (I have a very large family), using 1 can of crm of mush and 1 can crm of chkn. I added corn and poppy seeds and some other herbs and spices and served over jasmine rice. Hubby loved it and the kids approve too! Thanks!
This was so delicious and so easy.next time I will double the recipe.my family wanted more
I know – it’s soooooo good!
Loved it. I added a bit of lemon juice to brighten it up.
Added ziti noodles. Pan seared diced chicken and onions. Cooked ziti first. Added all to pan. Cooked w ritz cracker butter mix on top at350 for 25 mins. Delicious!!!!!
Glad you liked it – fun additions!
I made this in a ninja foodie on roast.
Used Greek yogurt, reduced fat ritz, reduced fat mushroom soup for lower calories.
Came out good, maybe I’d use more yogurt or soup for a saucer dish.(probably the ninjas fault)
Anyways, a good meal!
Yeah – i think the combo might be a little thicker than the full fat versions – you could also add a little milk – glad you liked it!
This recipe sounds so yummy! However, I don’t like Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt. Could I add milk with the soup, which I love by the way? I’d like to add mixed veggies cause that would be good & maybe have ham & chicken at the same time! Maybe I could add some cheese? I’m getting ideas here! I also want to try your recipe for rotisserie chicken cause that sounds yummy too!
You could definitely add milk and/or double up on the soup. And yes – i think peas & carrots or mixed veggies would be good. You could definitely add cheese too – I think the cheese would get a bit lost with the gravy the soup makes – but feel free to give it a whirl – maybe just cheese on top so it melts. And yes – the rotisserie chicken is awesome! yOu can make it in a crock pot or the air fryer – i’ve got both recipes on my site.
I’d rather be fat and happy than skinny and miserable this is a yummy recipe thank you for sharing
hahahaah – your comment made my day!
Sounds very yummy! I have a similar recipe that I got at a potluck. My family calls it hashbrown casserole. The bottom layer is cooked chicken, turkey, or ground beef mixed with sour cream, cream of mushroom, and cream of chicken (or cream of celery if using ground beef), and sliced green onions. Top with frozen hashbrowns (do not thaw), then a layer of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, then the Ritz crackers + butter. Bake at 350 for an hour. It’s a hearty dish perfect for cold winter days and the leftovers are even better!
sounds yum!
People can and should eat anything they want in moderation. It doesn’t mean you’re going to get fat off one meal here and there like this. Enjoy your food. Life is way to short.
can I make it in the air fryer and how long what temperature
Yes if the dish fits in your air fryer. I would say 375 for 15-17 minutes
How do you make your rotisserie chicken? Please. TY.
crock pot! https://www.thefoodhussy.com/easy-whole-chicken-in-crock-pot/
I love this recipe. I make it every chance I get. I never get tired of it.
The best chicken casserole I ever made. 5 Stars. I would have giving it 20 if I could. 🙂
I wouldn’t change a thing But I do use cream of chicken. 🙂
aw love this!!!!
This isn’t a keeper in my house. I made this last night for supper and I added some onion powder and garlic salt. I wasn’t impressed with the final product.
Hi just wanted today say paula Deen has recipe close to this one. She uses mayo and potato chips topped with cheese. Instead of crackers.I know it’s high in all the bad stuff for us. But we eat once in awhile. But I am going to try this recipe.
Thank for ideas – I really don’t like to cook😳thank you