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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Enjoy the comforting Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, featuring creamy layers and a buttery crust, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 4 cups Cooked Chicken shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup homemade is an option
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup Ritz Crackers crushed
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather a large mixing bowl.
  2. Combine softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and cream of chicken soup in the mixing bowl. Mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the creamy mixture.
  4. Fold in the cooked chicken until evenly coated.
  5. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread the chicken mixture evenly.
  6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the chicken mixture.
  7. In a small bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until fully coated.
  8. Spread the buttery cracker mixture over the Parmesan cheese, then add shredded mozzarella on top.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  10. Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving, then garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allowing the casserole to rest after baking helps it hold its shape for serving. Adjust flavors as needed before baking and ensure all ingredients are well mixed.

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