Description
Texas Trash Chicken is a creamy, cheesy baked chicken casserole made with ranch seasoning, tender chicken, and a crispy golden topping. This easy comfort food recipe is popular for family dinners, potlucks, and busy weeknights because it uses simple pantry ingredients while delivering rich, satisfying flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Chicken Base
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Creamy Mixture
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Topping
- 1–2 cups crushed tortilla chips or buttery crackers
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Prepare chicken
Place chicken in the baking dish and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Mix creamy sauce
In a bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and cheddar cheese until smooth.
4. Assemble
Spread the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken.
5. Add topping
Sprinkle crushed chips or crackers over the top and drizzle with melted butter.
6. Bake
Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the top is golden and crispy.
7. Rest & serve
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 people