Description
A creamy, comforting Million Dollar Chicken Casserole filled with shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese, topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crumble. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for a family dinner or potluck, delivering rich flavors and a crispy golden topping in just 50 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 (10 ¾ oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Topping
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crumbled
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×9 inch baking pan with cooking spray and set it aside to prepare for the casserole assembly.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the shredded or chopped chicken into a large mixing bowl. In a separate smaller bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, condensed cream of chicken soup, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated. Then add the creamy mixture to the bowl with the chicken and stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the creamy chicken mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter using a fork until the crumbs are fully coated. Evenly sprinkle this cracker topping over the chicken mixture in the baking pan.
- Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly for a few minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions or chopped parsley flakes if desired. Serve warm and enjoy this rich and savory casserole.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy chicken mixture before baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- If you prefer a lower fat version, substitute low-fat cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing.
- You can add vegetables like chopped spinach or mushrooms to the mixture for added nutrition and texture.
