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Buttery Chicken Casserole Dish

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This cozy and filling dish features shredded chicken blended in a creamy sauce, topped with golden crackers. Perfect for busy evenings, and easy to make!

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Updated on Sat, 29 Mar 2025 23:33:10 GMT
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The Ultimate Velvety Chicken Bake

Our household nicknamed this our Fortune Chicken Bake since it tastes absolutely luxurious. Mixing soft pulled chicken with a trio of smooth cheeses and finishing with a crunchy butter cracker layer makes this the ultimate comfort dinner. What's even better? I can put it all together in under 10 minutes when life gets crazy.

A Crowd-Pleaser Without Fail

This bake's nickname tells you everything. Just one taste of this smooth, dreamy dish and you'll get why we think it's priceless. I always keep this idea handy for our busiest days. That buttery cracker crust gives the perfect crunch that makes everyone want more.

Basic Ingredients for Total Comfort

  • Chicken: I usually use store-bought rotisserie chicken to cut down prep time but any cooked chicken works great here.
  • Cream cheese: This gives us the rich smooth base that makes this bake so outstanding.
  • Sour cream: Adds just enough zing to cut through the richness.
  • Ricotta or cottage cheese: Both options bring an incredible creaminess that melts into total comfort.
  • Cream of chicken soup: My go-to trick for blending all these tastes perfectly.
  • Ritz crackers: The buttery crunchy top that makes everyone come back for seconds.
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Making Your Delicious Bake

Blend Your Mixture
Combine your pulled chicken with the cream cheese sour cream ricotta and cream of chicken soup until everything's nicely mixed together.
Create That Crunchy Layer
Break up those buttery Ritz crackers and scatter them across your chicken mixture.
Cook Until Golden
Stick it in a 350°F oven for around 30 minutes until the top gets golden brown and everything's hot and bubbling away.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Is it possible to prep this early?

Yep! You can mix up the chicken filling ahead of time and chill it. Just keep the cracker topping off until it’s ready to bake.

→ Can I swap rotisserie chicken for canned?

Absolutely. While rotisserie chicken boosts flavor, drained canned chicken works in a pinch and saves you time.

→ How do I store leftovers correctly?

Pop the leftovers in the fridge with a lid, and they’ll stay good for about 3 days. The cracker topping might soften but still tastes amazing.

→ Can this be frozen for later?

Yes, freeze the casserole without the crackers on top. When baking later, defrost overnight, then add fresh crackers and bake as usual.

→ What sides go well with this dish?

This pairs nicely with roasted veggies, a fresh salad, or even some lightly steamed greens to balance things out.

Creamy Chicken Casserole

A creamy chicken dish finished with buttery Ritz crackers. Quick to prepare for a satisfying and easy weeknight meal.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
40 Minutes
Total Time
50 Minutes

Category: Weeknight Elegance

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (1 baking dish)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 4 ounces softened cream cheese.
02 1 cup of ricotta.
03 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder.
04 4 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works too).
05 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
06 1/2 cup sour cream.
07 10.75 ounces cream of chicken soup (condensed).
08 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers.
09 4 tablespoons butter, melted.
10 Chopped fresh parsley for decoration.

Instructions

Step 01

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 02

Coat a 9x13 pan lightly with cooking spray.

Step 03

Combine cream cheese, ricotta, sour cream, soup, onion, and garlic powders in a bowl.

Step 04

Toss cooked chicken into the mix and stir well.

Step 05

Evenly spread the chicken mixture into your baking pan.

Step 06

In another bowl, mix crackers with melted butter.

Step 07

Spread cracker topping across the casserole.

Step 08

Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, or until the top's golden.

Step 09

Let it cool for about 10 minutes before digging in.

Step 10

Top it off with a sprinkle of parsley before serving.

Notes

  1. A great way to use up rotisserie chicken.
  2. Perfect for prepping ahead of time.
  3. Kids will enjoy it as much as adults!
  4. Freeze without the topping for later.
  5. Big enough to feed the whole crew.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x13 inch pan.
  • Big mixing bowl.
  • Smaller bowl for the topping.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy (like sour cream and cream cheese).
  • Includes wheat from Ritz crackers.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 364
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 17 g
  • Protein: 9 g