Description
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors and creamy textures in a delightful dish. This easy-to-make casserole features tender chicken, velvety cheeses, and a crunchy Ritz cracker topping, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With just 10 minutes of preparation, this hearty meal is not only quick but also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. Whether you’re serving it fresh from the oven or reheating leftovers for lunch, this casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Prepare it ahead of time for added convenience, and enjoy the satisfaction of a delicious homemade dinner that feels indulgent yet is simple to whip up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4½ cups chopped cooked chicken
- 4 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) unsalted cream of chicken soup
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp dried onion powder
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (crushed)
- 5 Tbsp butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF and lightly spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and cream of chicken soup. Mix until well combined and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until well coated. Sprinkle this mixture over the chicken layer in the baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 85mg