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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: A Creamy Family Favorite

This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy dish that combines tender chicken, cheese, and a crispy topping, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken Use freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken for best flavor.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Ensure it's softened.
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter substitute.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Choose your favorite sharp, medium, or mild.
For the Topping
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers These create a crispy topping.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • optional spices Add garlic powder or onion powder if desired.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup crispy bacon For an added savory taste.
  • 1 cup diced jalapeños For some spice.
  • 1 cup sautéed veggies Mushrooms, spinach, or broccoli work well.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add shredded chicken and mix well.
  3. Sprinkle in salt, pepper, and any optional spices, then stir in shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  4. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish, pour in the mixture, and spread it evenly.
  5. Crush a sleeve of Ritz crackers and sprinkle on top of the chicken mixture.
  6. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
  7. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps. You can prepare it in advance and refrigerate it or freeze leftovers for later use.

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