Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole combines shredded chicken with a creamy mix of cheeses and soup, topped with a crispy cracker crust, for the ultimate comfort food experience. It's perfect for weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals!
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie or baked
- 6 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 10.5 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 sleeve buttery crackers e.g., Ritz, crushed
- 4 tbsp butter melted
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried parsley optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Cooking Steps
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, ricotta cheese, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter and Parmesan cheese. Spread this mixture over the top of the casserole.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with dried parsley if desired.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Option: Prepare the casserole through Step 3, then cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Bake as directed when ready.
- Freezing Instructions: Freeze the unbaked casserole. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
- Vegetable Add-Ins: Add cooked spinach, peas, or broccoli for added nutrition and flavor.