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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

A cozy and comforting dish that combines tender chicken with creamy cheeses and a crispy cracker topping, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4.5 cups chopped cooked chicken Use any cooked chicken you have on hand.
  • 4 oz cream cheese (room temperature) Ensure it is at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 can unsalted cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz) Can be substituted with cream of mushroom soup.
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp dried onion powder
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (crushed) For the topping.
  • 5 Tbsp butter (melted) Melt before mixing with crumbs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Lightly spray a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set it aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and cream of chicken soup. Mix until well combined.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, combine the crushed crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the chicken mixture.
Baking
  1. Bake uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Notes

Serve hot for maximum flavor. Pairs well with a green salad or vegetables. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.