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Crack Chicken Casserole

Creamy Crack Chicken Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

Indulge in this Crack Chicken Casserole, combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and crispy toppings for the ultimate comfort food experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs can substitute with rotisserie chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
For the Creamy Base
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup can be replaced with homemade
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Mayo or light mayo
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning can use homemade for freshness
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese or any melting cheese like Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup Cooked and Crumbled Bacon turkey bacon can be used
  • 1 cup Ritz Crackers or gluten-free crackers
  • 1/4 cup Butter or margarine as a substitute

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Food processor

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper. Arrange in dish and roast for 25–30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Once roasted, let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and re-grease the baking dish.
  5. In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayo, and ranch seasoning together until smooth. Stir in the shredded chicken, cheddar, Parmesan, and bacon.
  6. Crush Ritz crackers in a food processor. Mix with melted butter.
  7. Spread the chicken mixture in the prepared dish and top with the cracker mixture.
  8. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until golden brown on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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