Million Dollar Chicken Casserole for Ultimate Comfort Nights

This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, featuring a creamy blend of ingredients topped with a crispy Ritz cracker crust.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

4 cups cooked chicken rotisserie chicken offers convenience and great flavor
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt as a lighter substitute
2 cups cheddar cheese sharp cheddar recommended

For the Topping

1 cup Ritz crackers crushed
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
to taste salt
to taste pepper

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Hand Mixer
Baking Dish
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the shredded cooked chicken and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix until evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top, followed by an even layer of crushed Ritz crackers.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Allow to cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra cheesy goodness, consider adding an additional ½ cup of cheese before baking. If making ahead, cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours or freeze for up to 3 months.

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