Description
This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a rich and creamy dish made with tender chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, and topped with a buttery cracker crust. It's perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, offering a satisfying blend of comforting flavors. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this easy chicken casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, cottage cheese, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in shredded chicken, ensuring it's fully coated in the creamy mixture.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and sprinkle the mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience. For added flavor, mix in cooked bacon or top with shredded cheddar cheese before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg