This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a heavenly dish that combines tender chicken, creamy cheeses, and a savory blend of spices. It’s an absolute crowd-pleaser that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. The unique combination of cream cheese, cottage cheese, and sour cream creates a luscious and velvety texture, while the Ritz cracker topping adds a delightful crunch. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a comforting homemade meal, this recipe is a must-try.
Picture this – a cozy Sunday afternoon, the aromatic scent of the Million Dollar Chicken Casserole wafting through the kitchen, and my husband and I eagerly gathering around the dining table with our little family. As we take the first bite, a chorus of “Mmm” fills the room, and it instantly becomes clear that this recipe has captured our hearts. It has become our go-to comfort food, bringing us together and creating cherished memories. Now, I can’t wait to share this beloved recipe with you and your loved ones.
“Why This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a Showstopper!”
- Creamy and Cheesy Delight: The combination of cream cheese, cottage cheese, and sour cream creates a rich and velvety sauce that envelops the tender chicken, resulting in a truly decadent experience.
- Bursting with Flavor: The carefully selected blend of garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley adds a delightful depth of flavor, elevating this casserole to new heights.
- Irresistible Crunch: The crushed Ritz crackers mixed with melted butter create a crispy and buttery topping that perfectly complements the creamy filling.
- Versatile and Easy: This recipe is incredibly versatile, making it an excellent choice for using up leftover chicken. Plus, with straightforward preparation and minimal ingredients, it’s a breeze to put together.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded (900g)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (113g)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (225g)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (120g)
- 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup (305g)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted (85g)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch (23cm) baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, and cream of chicken soup. Stir well to combine.
- Stir in the cooked shredded chicken and pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown, typically 30-40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes:
- For a twist, try adding some cooked bacon bits or diced vegetables to the chicken mixture before baking.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper or some red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked chicken shredded (900g)
- 4 oz cream cheese softened (113g)
- 1 cup cottage cheese 225g
- 1/2 cup sour cream 120g
- 1 10.75 oz can condensed cream of chicken soup (305g)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
- 6 tablespoons butter melted (85g)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch (23cm) baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, and cream of chicken soup. Stir well to combine.
- Stir in the cooked shredded chicken and pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown, typically 30-40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.