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Buttery Creamy Chicken Bake

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This easy-to-make dish mixes creamy shredded chicken with a golden cracker crust. A time-saver meal for busy nights.

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Seram Rezepte
Updated on Sat, 12 Apr 2025 00:06:10 GMT
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Insanely Velvety Chicken Bake

Everyone in my house nicknames this our Jackpot Chicken Bake because it tastes absolutely amazing. When you mix juicy pulled chicken with a trio of smooth, melty cheeses and top it all with crunchy buttered Ritz crackers, you get something truly special. What makes me happy? I can toss it all together in just 10 minutes when we're rushing on busy nights.

A Crowd-Pleaser Without Fail

This bake lives up to its fancy name. You'll totally get why it's considered priceless after your first forkful of this dreamy, creamy dish. It's my go-to recipe when life gets crazy. That buttery cracker layer on top gives just the right crunch that makes everyone want more.

Basic Stuff That Makes Magic

  • Chicken: Grabbing a store-bought rotisserie chicken saves tons of time, but any chicken leftovers work great too.
  • Cream cheese: This makes everything super velvety and gives the dish its wonderful base.
  • Sour cream: Adds just enough zip to cut through all that creaminess.
  • Ricotta or cottage cheese: Pick either one to get that amazing melt-in-your-mouth feeling.
  • Cream of chicken soup: My trusty helper that ties all the flavors into one yummy mix.
  • Ritz crackers: The butter-rich crunchy topping that nobody can resist.
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Putting It All Together

Blend The Main Stuff
Mix your pulled chicken with cream cheese, sour cream, ricotta and soup until it's all smooth and combined.
Fix The Top Layer
Smash up those Ritz crackers and scatter them all over your chicken mixture.
Cook It Up
Stick it in your oven at 350°F for around 30 minutes until you see that golden top and everything's hot and bubbling away.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I prepare this bake in advance?

Yes, assemble the chicken mixture ahead and refrigerate. Add the cracker crust right before baking for the crispiest result.

→ Can I swap rotisserie chicken for canned chicken?

Of course! Canned chicken (drain it first) is fine, but rotisserie brings a deeper flavor. Use what’s handiest!

→ What’s the best way to store leftovers?

Keep it sealed in the fridge for three days. The crackers soften but still taste great.

→ Can I freeze this chicken dish?

Freeze it before adding the crackers. When ready to cook, thaw overnight, sprinkle fresh crackers, and bake.

→ What sides go well with this dish?

Serve it with steamed broccoli, a crisp green salad, or your favorite roasted veggies to round out the meal.

Creamy Chicken Casserole

A smooth chicken bake with a crunchy cracker crust. Quick to make and loved by everyone at the table.

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

Category: Dinner

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (1 casserole)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 About 4 cups of cooked shredded chicken, rotisserie works well.
02 4 oz softened cream cheese.
03 1 cup of ricotta cheese.
04 Half a cup of sour cream.
05 One can (10.75 oz) of condensed cream of chicken soup.
06 A half teaspoon of garlic powder.
07 Half teaspoon of onion powder.
08 1 1/2 cups of crushed Ritz-style crackers.
09 Melted unsalted butter, 4 tablespoons worth.
10 Chopped parsley to sprinkle on top.

Instructions

Step 01

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 02

Coat a 9x13-inch pan with nonstick spray.

Step 03

Stir together the ricotta, cream cheese, sour cream, soup, and seasonings in a bowl.

Step 04

Toss the shredded chicken into the mixture and mix well till coated.

Step 05

Pour the chicken mixture evenly into your prepared pan.

Step 06

Combine crushed crackers with the melted butter in a small bowl.

Step 07

Scatter the buttery cracker crumbs across the chicken mixture.

Step 08

Pop it in the oven uncovered and bake for about 40 minutes, until the top is crisp and golden.

Step 09

Let it sit out for roughly 10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Top with fresh parsley for a splash of green.

Notes

  1. An easy way to use up rotisserie chicken.
  2. Perfect dish to prep ahead of time.
  3. Kids love this comforting meal.
  4. Skip the topping if freezing.
  5. Big enough to feed a whole family.

Tools You'll Need

  • A 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • A big bowl for mixing.
  • A smaller bowl for the topping.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy products like cream cheese, sour cream, and ricotta.
  • Made with Ritz crackers, which have wheat.

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