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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Mouthwatering Million Dollar Chicken Casserole for Cozy Nights

This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish perfect for family gatherings, easy to prepare, and packed with creamy, cheesy goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie chicken recommended
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder or fresh onions
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
  • ½ cup melted butter

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • spatula
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle in garlic powder and onion powder, along with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
  3. Lightly grease a suitable baking dish with cooking spray or butter. Pour the creamy chicken mixture into it, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter. Stir until well-coated.
  5. Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the creamy chicken layer in the baking dish.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
  7. Allow the casserole to rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for added flavor; cream cheese should be softened at room temperature for easier mixing. Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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