Description
Looking for the ultimate comfort food? This Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole with Vegetables is creamy, crunchy, and packed with flavor! Tender shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, savory sauce are layered under a golden, buttery Ritz cracker topping. Whether it’s for a family dinner or meal prep, this easy one-dish meal is sure to be a hit. Simple to make and irresistibly delicious—your family will be asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1.5 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, or broccoli)
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cook and shred the chicken, and if using frozen vegetables, thaw and drain them.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread shredded chicken evenly in the baking dish, layer vegetables on top, then pour and spread the creamy sauce mixture over everything.
- Prepare the Topping: Crush Ritz crackers and mix them with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole. (Optional: Add shredded cheddar cheese under the crackers for a cheesy layer.)
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Serve & Enjoy: Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Short on time? Use store-bought rotisserie chicken for a quick prep shortcut.
- Want more veggies? Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Cheese Lover? Mix shredded cheese into the creamy sauce for an extra indulgent dish.
- Make it Spicy! Add a splash of hot sauce or diced jalapeños for a kick.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Freezes well! Assemble, cover, and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1/6 of the casserole)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg