Ingredients
Chicken Layer
- 4 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Cream Cheese Sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream
Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1½ cups Ritz crackers, crushed
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Chicken: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and arrange the cooked, chopped chicken breasts in a single layer. Sprinkle the chicken evenly with garlic powder to season.
- Make the Cream Cheese Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Spread this creamy sauce evenly over the seasoned chicken layer.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese over the cream cheese sauce, ensuring even coverage for a rich cheesy topping.
- Prepare and Add Cracker Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted unsalted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this buttery crumb mixture over the cheddar cheese layer to create a crunchy topping.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the dish uncovered in the preheated oven, and bake for 30 minutes or until the topping turns golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken breasts to save time; rotisserie chicken works well.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free crackers for Ritz crackers.
- Letting the casserole rest after baking helps the sauce set, making it easier to serve.
- Make ahead by assembling the casserole the night before and refrigerating; bake just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
