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Creamy Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

A classic comfort food casserole featuring tender chicken breasts baked in a creamy mixture of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups with sour cream, topped with a buttery Ritz cracker and poppy seed crust.

  • Total Time: 65-75 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 6–8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 6-inch stack)
  • 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • 1/2 square (4 tablespoons) butter or margarine, melted
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream until well combined.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish.
  4. Pour the soup and sour cream mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  5. In a large plastic bag, crush the Ritz crackers. Add poppy seeds and melted butter to the crushed crackers and mix well.
  6. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken and sauce.
  7. Bake uncovered for 50-60 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Serve hot, optionally over rice or baked potatoes.

Notes

For best results, serve this casserole over rice or baked potatoes. You can start baking potatoes 10-15 minutes before the casserole to have everything ready together. The poppy seeds add a subtle crunch and flavor to the topping. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg