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!
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 9×13-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