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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

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This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a rich, creamy, and cheesy dish made with tender chicken and topped with buttery Ritz cracker crumbs. It’s a comfort food classic that’s perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. Easy to prepare and absolutely satisfying!

Ingredients

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  • 4 cupscooked, shredded chicken(use rotisserie chicken for convenience)
  • 4 ozcream cheese, softened
  • 1 cupcottage cheese
  • 1/2 cupsour cream
  • 1can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 teaspoononion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoondried parsley(optional for added flavor)
  • 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese
  • 1sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 6 tablespoonsunsalted butter, melted
  • Chopped green onions or parsleyfor garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a 2-quart casserole dish.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a 2-quart casserole dish.
  3. Prepare the Filling:In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup until smooth.Add in the onion powder, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and shredded chicken until everything is well combined.
  4. In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup until smooth.
  5. Add in the onion powder, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and shredded chicken until everything is well combined.
  6. Assemble the Casserole:Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  7. Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  8. Make the Topping:In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  9. In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  10. Bake:Bake, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  11. Bake, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  12. Garnish and Serve:Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley, if desired.
  13. Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley, if desired.

Notes

Variations: Add crispy bacon crumbles or diced jalapeños for extra flavor. You can also use cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of chicken for a different taste.
Make Ahead: Prepare the casserole (without the cracker topping) and refrigerate overnight. Add the topping just before baking.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.

Find it online: https://cosycookery.com/million-dollar-chicken-casserole/