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Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken

Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken: Comfort Food for Busy Families

This Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken melds creamy richness with a satisfying crunch, ideal for busy families looking for a budget-friendly comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Base
  • 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Consider using thighs for added moisture.
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Can be swapped with cream of mushroom soup.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a lower-fat substitution.
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1.5 cups Crushed Ritz Crackers Add towards end of cooking for crisper texture.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted) Can be replaced with olive oil.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup Parsley For garnishing.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup and sour cream until smooth and well-blended.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until thoroughly coated.
  3. Spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in a single layer.
  4. Pour the creamy soup mixture evenly over the chicken.
  5. Sprinkle the buttery Ritz cracker mixture over the top of the chicken.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until chicken is tender and reaches 165°F.
  7. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top before serving.
  8. Ladle onto plates and serve with rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For crispier topping, add crushed Ritz crackers in the last 30 minutes of cooking. You may also place a paper towel under the lid to absorb excess moisture.

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