Creamy Ranch Chicken Casserole (made from scratch)
This makeover "from scratch" version of the popular Creamy Ranch Chicken Casserole recipe features no processed ingredients. It'll definitely be a family favorite that's a big hit with the kids.
Servings 6 people
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken tenderloins boneless
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup whole-wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock we use homemade
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup cheddar freshly grated
- 2 cups whole-wheat crackers crushed (I used a combination of Triscuits, Multi-seed Original and Ak-mak ... great way to clean out your pantry!)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place chicken in one even layer on the bottom of a rectangular baking dish.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and stir until it begins to turn golden brown (this is called making a roux). Whisk in all the spices and cook for another 30 to 60 seconds.
- Pour in the stock and bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer and stir occasionally until sauce thickens to the consistency of a thick gravy, 5 to 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and mix in the sour cream and cheese.
- Spoon the sauce over top of the chicken, sprinkle with the cracker crumbs, and bake until golden brown on top, about 25 to 30 minutes. Finish under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes if necessary to brown the crackers at the end.
- Serve warm with your green veggie of choice and enjoy!
Notes
We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
Here's my recipe for homemade chicken stock.
Here's my recipe for homemade chicken stock.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Ranch Chicken Casserole (made from scratch)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 478
Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 13g81%
Cholesterol 148mg49%
Sodium 775mg34%
Potassium 755mg22%
Carbohydrates 21g7%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 41g82%
Vitamin A 600IU12%
Vitamin C 2.5mg3%
Calcium 159mg16%
Iron 1.8mg10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.