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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Experience the warmth and comfort of Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, a delicious blend of cheesy goodness and tender chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded) use leftover rotisserie chicken for extra flavor.
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened) ensures a creamy and rich base for the casserole.
  • 1 cup sour cream adds a tangy flavor and creamy texture.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese enhances the creaminess while providing extra protein.
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded) gives a burst of gooey, melty goodness.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder infuses the dish with savory depth.
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder enhances overall flavor without overpowering.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt balances out the richness of the cheeses.
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper adds a hint of warmth and spice.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup buttery crackers (crushed) gives that perfect crunchy finish to the casserole.
  • 4 tablespoon butter (melted) helps the crackers crisp up beautifully on top.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish thoroughly.
  2. Mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and shredded chicken. Add the cheddar cheese last, mixing until everything is equally distributed.
  4. Spread the creamy chicken mixture evenly into the greased baking dish.
  5. Combine the crushed buttery crackers with melted butter in a small bowl and sprinkle this mixture generously over the casserole.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until it’s bubbly and golden on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor if desired.

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