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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: Creamy, Cheesy, and Comforting


  • Author: Elyna
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A creamy, cheesy, and comforting dish combining tender chicken with a rich sauce and crispy cracker topping—perfect for family dinners or potlucks.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 295 g) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the casserole.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie or leftover chicken for a quicker prep.
  • Make ahead and freeze before baking for easy meal planning.
  • Add cooked broccoli or peas to the mix for extra veggies.
  • Try Monterey Jack or Colby cheese as alternatives.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion (1/8 of casserole)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

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