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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: Comfort Food Bliss at Home

A kid-friendly Million Dollar Chicken Casserole that transforms simple ingredients into a creamy delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Mixture
  • 3 cups Chopped Cooked Chicken Rotisserie or leftover chicken recommended
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature for easier mixing
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Ricotta can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh yellow onions can be substituted
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup Cream of mushroom can also be used
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup Crushed Ritz Crackers Other buttery crackers can work
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Olive oil can be a healthier alternative

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and cream of chicken soup. Stir until creamy and well-blended.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until thoroughly coated.
  5. Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the chicken mixture in the baking dish. Bake uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using room temperature cream cheese and avoiding over-baking are key for a perfect casserole. Consider adding veggies for extra nutrition.

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