Name: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4½ cups chopped cooked chicken; 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature; 1 cup cottage cheese; ½ cup sour cream; 1 (10.5-oz) can unsalted cream of chicken soup; ¼ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp dried onion powder; 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed; 5 Tbsp butter, melted

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Introduction

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish that’s simple to prepare and perfect for family dinners. With tender chicken, rich cheeses, and a crispy cracker topping, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

A close-up view of a spoonful of chicken casserole showing thick layers of creamy white sauce mixed with chunks of golden-brown baked chicken. The top layer is covered with crunchy, crumbly bright orange topping mixed with green herb sprinkles, giving a rough texture. The background is filled with the same casserole, blurred to highlight the spoonful in front. The Spoon is wooden, held from the right side, bringing focus to the creamy and crispy contrast. The image is set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4½ cups chopped cooked chicken
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup sour cream
1 (10.5-oz) can unsalted cream of chicken soup
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp dried onion powder
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
5 Tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, dried onion powder, and cream of chicken soup. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.
Step 3: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are fully coated.
Step 5: Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly over the chicken mixture in the baking dish.
Step 6: Bake uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a handful of shredded cheddar cheese to the chicken mixture before baking.
Substitute crushed crushed buttery crackers or breadcrumbs if you don’t have Ritz crackers.
You can add chopped vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms for added texture and nutrition.
Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time and add convenience.

Storage

Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, cover with foil and warm in a 350ºF oven for about 15 minutes or until heated through. This casserole also freezes well; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a creamy casserole in a white dish on a white marbled surface. The dish has visible layers starting with a creamy white base mixed with small chunks, topped with a crunchy golden-brown crumb layer sprinkled with green herbs. A wooden spoon scoops out a portion, lifting the soft, creamy inside and crispy topping together. The textures contrast between smooth creaminess and rough crumbled topping. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh chicken instead of cooked chicken?

Yes, you can use fresh chicken, but make sure to cook and chop it before adding it to the casserole to ensure it cooks evenly and thoroughly in the baking process.

What can I use instead of cream of chicken soup?

You can substitute with homemade cream sauce or any cream-based soup like cream of mushroom for a different flavor profile. Just ensure it is unsalted or adjust seasoning accordingly.