Ultimate Ritzy Chicken Casserole: Creamy, Cheesy, and Irresistibly Delicious!

Ritzy Chicken Recipe

Overview:

Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Ritzy Chicken – a savory poultry dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or any time you crave something comforting and delicious. This recipe yields a hearty meal infused with creamy textures and rich flavors, topped with a golden-brown crust of Ritz crackers and gooey melted cheese. With just a few simple steps, you can whip up this culinary masterpiece and treat your taste buds to a sensational experience!

• Name: Ritzy Chicken
• Category: Chicken
• Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 55 minutes
• Calories: 533.2 per serving
• Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
• Review Count: 1

Ingredients:

• 2 sleeves of Ritz crackers
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 – 1 cup margarine, melted
• 4 – 6 slices of muenster cheese

Instructions:

1. Prepare Casserole Dish:

   Related Articles

   • 
     Creamy Avocado Dip
   • 
     Cheesy Spinach Bliss: Bread Machine Feta Delight
   • 
     Zesty Zucchini Chicken Bake
   • 
     Savory Louisiana Turtle Stew: A Cajun Culinary Adventure
   • Crumble one sleeve of Ritz crackers into the bottom of a 2-1/2 quart casserole dish.

2. Drizzle Margarine:

   • Evenly drizzle half of the melted margarine over the layer of crackers in the dish.

3. Mix Soup Mixture:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup until well blended.

4. Arrange Chicken:

   • Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts on top of the cracker layer in the casserole dish.

5. Pour Soup Mixture:

   • Pour the prepared soup mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.

6. Crush Remaining Crackers:

   • Crush the remaining sleeve of Ritz crackers and sprinkle them generously over the chicken and soup mixture.

7. Drizzle Margarine Again:

   • Drizzle the remaining melted margarine over the crushed crackers, ensuring they are moistened evenly.

8. Bake:

   • Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
   • Bake the Ritzy Chicken in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown and crispy.

9. Add Cheese Topping:

   • Once the chicken is cooked, remove the casserole dish from the oven.
   • Place slices of muenster cheese over the cooked chicken and cracker topping.
   • Sprinkle additional crushed crackers over the cheese layer.
   • Return the casserole dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

10. Serve and Enjoy:

    • Once baked to perfection, remove the Ritzy Chicken from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
    • Serve the flavorful dish hot, garnished with your favorite herbs or alongside a side salad or steamed vegetables.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 533.2
• Fat: 41.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 13.4g
• Cholesterol: 100.8mg
• Sodium: 969.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 8.4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 0.6g
• Protein: 31.8g

Tips:

• For added flavor, consider seasoning the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, or your favorite herbs and spices before placing them in the casserole dish.
• Ensure that the chicken breasts are evenly spaced in the dish to ensure even cooking.
• Feel free to customize this recipe by using different types of cheese or adding vegetables such as broccoli or spinach to the soup mixture for an extra nutritional boost.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.