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Chicken casserole in a white baking dish with a golden buttery cracker topping, creamy filling visible underneath on a rustic table.

Easy Chicken Casserole with Creamy Cracker Topping

This easy chicken casserole is creamy, comforting, and topped with a buttery cracker crust. Made with rotisserie chicken and simple pantry ingredients, it is a family favorite perfect for busy weeknights or cozy Sunday dinners.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken casserole, creamy chicken casserole, easy chicken casserole, make-ahead casserole, weeknight family dinner
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $14

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish Glass or ceramic works best for even baking
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl For mixing the cracker topping
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked chicken shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup cottage cheese or sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Cracker Topping

  • 2 cups crushed Ritz crackers
  • 0.25 cup butter melted
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, cottage cheese, and milk until smooth and creamy.
  • Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  • Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  • In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese until evenly coated.
  • Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the casserole and bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

  • This chicken casserole is make-ahead and freezer friendly. Assemble without the cracker topping, freeze up to 3 months, then add topping before baking.
  • Swap cottage cheese with sour cream or Greek yogurt if preferred.
  • Add cooked rice, noodles, or broccoli to turn this into a heartier meal.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and make a wonderful next-day lunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 350g | Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 420IU | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 1.5mg