Ranch-Flavored Chicken Patties with Cheesy Sauce

Ingredients

• Chicken Patties:
• 2 (12.5 fl oz) cans chicken chunks, drained
• 1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs
• 1 (4 ounce) packet saltine crackers, finely crushed
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 eggs
• ½ (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon dried onion granules
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil, or as needed
• Creamy Cheddar Sauce:
• 1 (11 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 5 green onions, thinly sliced

Step 1

In a big bowl, mix together the chicken, panko, crushed saltines, sour cream, eggs, ranch dressing mix, mustard, chopped onion, black pepper, and parsley until everything is well combined. Shape the mixture into about 8 patties, each around three-quarters of an inch thick. Pour some panko onto a plate, then press each patty into it so they’re nicely coated. Arrange the patties on a platter and pop them in the fridge for at least an hour, or even overnight if you have time.

Step 2

When you’re ready to cook, heat a little vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until they’re golden brown and cooked through. Once done, transfer them to a paper towel-lined rack to drain off any excess oil.

Step 3

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the soup and broth and heat it up until it just starts to boil. Turn the heat down to low, then stir in the sour cream and green onions until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Serve the patties with the cheesy sauce spooned over the top and enjoy!