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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: Ultimate Comfort in a Dish

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a cozy, creamy dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 5 cups cooked chicken use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken for extra ease
  • 5 oz cream cheese ensure a rich and creamy consistency when at room temperature
  • 1 cup cottage cheese can be swapped with ricotta for a different flavor
  • 3/4 cup sour cream can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a lighter dish
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup acts as a binding agent and flavor base
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder infuses depth into the casserole
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder enhances flavor and complements the chicken
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper adds a light kick to the mix
For the Topping
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crush them into coarse crumbs for the best crunchy topping experience
  • 6 tbsp butter melted to ensure the topping crisps up beautifully while baking

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup until smooth.
  3. Gently fold cooked chicken into the creamy mixture until evenly distributed.
  4. Spread the creamy chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over the chicken mixture.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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