Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
A rich and creamy casserole featuring tender chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, and a crispy Ritz cracker topping. A comforting and indulgent dish that's perfect for family dinners and potlucks.
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie, boiled, or baked
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or preferred cheese
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- ½ teaspoon onion powder optional
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and condensed cream of chicken soup. Stir until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken and shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture and stir to combine.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
- In a separate small bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until combined.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker topping evenly over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free crackers and condensed soup. For extra flavor, mix in seasonings like Italian seasoning or smoked paprika. Serve with rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.