Description
This Ultimate Comfort Food Chicken Casserole, also known as Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, is a creamy, cheesy dish combining tender cooked chicken with a rich blend of cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup, topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. It’s baked to golden perfection, making it an easy, satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 4 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can unsalted Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried onion powder
Topping
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 5 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×9 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped cooked chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and unsalted cream of chicken soup. Stir everything thoroughly until you get a smooth, well-integrated mixture.
- Spread the mixture: Transfer the combined chicken mixture evenly into the prepared 9×9 inch baking dish, smoothing it out for an even layer.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Stir well to coat all the crackers in butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly on top of the chicken casserole in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cracker topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your comforting, creamy chicken casserole hot!
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of black pepper or fresh herbs like parsley to the chicken mixture.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to ensure it blends smoothly.
- Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
