Description
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a rich, creamy, and comforting baked dish featuring shredded chicken combined with a mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, cottage cheese, and condensed cream of chicken soup. Topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust, this casserole bakes to golden perfection and is an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 (10 ¾ oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Topping
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crumbled
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×9-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, place the shredded or chopped cooked chicken. In a separate smaller bowl, combine softened cream cheese, condensed cream of chicken soup, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix the creamy ingredients until smooth, then add them to the bowl with chicken and stir until everything is well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the creamy chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. In a small bowl, mix together the crumbled Ritz crackers and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this buttery cracker mixture evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the creamy mixture is bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with sliced green onions or chopped parsley flakes if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Cream cheese should be softened for easier mixing.
- For a tangier flavor, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Make sure crackers are finely crumbled for a better crust texture.
- This casserole can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking; add a few extra minutes to baking time if baking cold.
