Description
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a rich, creamy, and irresistibly delicious dish featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with cream cheese, sour cream, and a blend of cheeses, topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. Perfect for a comforting family meal or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
Optional Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir the mixture thoroughly until smooth and well incorporated.
- Spread Mixture in Dish: Evenly spread the creamy chicken mixture in the prepared baking dish, smoothing out the top for an even layer.
- Prepare and Add Cracker Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crackers are well coated. Sprinkle this buttery cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes. Bake until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the cracker topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to set. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken speeds up prep and adds great flavor.
- For a lower fat option, use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with mozzarella or a blend for different flavor profiles.
- To make it gluten-free, replace Ritz crackers with gluten-free crackers or crushed nuts.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
