Description
This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a rich and creamy dish that’s perfect for a comforting family dinner. With a decadent mix of cheeses, tender shredded chicken, and a buttery Ritz cracker topping, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (crushed)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Add chicken: Fold in the shredded chicken until well combined, then spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until evenly coated. Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can add cooked bacon, chopped green onions, or a handful of spinach for extra flavor.
- This casserole pairs well with a simple salad or roasted vegetables.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
