Description
This creamy, cheesy Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a family favorite that combines tender chicken, rich sour cream, creamy cheese, and crunchy topping. Itβs the ultimate comfort food thatβs quick to prepare and will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Β½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (or any buttery cracker)
- ΒΌ cup butter (melted)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Β½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Prepare the casserole: In a large bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Assemble: Transfer the chicken mixture to a greased 9Γ13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Topping: In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a little extra flavor, add some diced onions or bell peppers to the chicken mixture.
- You can substitute the Ritz crackers with Panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier topping.
- If you prefer a lighter version, use low-fat sour cream and reduced-fat cheese
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes