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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe

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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting baked dish featuring tender cooked chicken mixed with cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup. Topped with a buttery crushed Ritz cracker crust, this casserole delivers a rich and satisfying flavor that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 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

Topping

  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 5 Tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Mix Chicken Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and dried onion powder. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a creamy mixture.
  3. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  4. Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crackers are evenly coated and crumbly.
  5. Add Topping: Sprinkle the buttery cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the chicken mixture in the baking dish, creating a crust layer.
  6. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving to let the casserole set slightly for easier slicing.

Notes

  • You can use leftover rotisserie chicken or shredded baked chicken for convenience.
  • For a crispier topping, broil for an additional 2 minutes after baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like chopped broccoli or mushrooms for added nutrition and flavor.
  • This casserole can be assembled a day ahead and refrigerated; bake when ready.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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