Description
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting baked dish topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. This easy-to-make casserole uses rotisserie chicken and a blend of cheeses for a rich and satisfying family dinner perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4½ cups chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 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
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and cream of chicken soup. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the chicken and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish to create an even layer.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, stir together the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter until the crackers are completely coated with butter.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the buttery cracker topping evenly over the chicken mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the topping turns golden brown and the casserole is bubbly along the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to let it set.
Notes
- Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation.
- Substitute: Cottage cheese can be replaced with ricotta or extra sour cream if preferred.
- Make ahead: Assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance, refrigerate, and bake when ready.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Freeze the casserole without the Ritz cracker topping, thaw overnight, then add the topping and bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, cheesy chicken casserole, creamy chicken bake, Ritz cracker topping, comfort food recipe
