Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Million Dollar Chicken Casserole. This decadent dish combines tender chicken with a luxurious blend of cheeses and a crunchy topping, creating a truly unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
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Main Dish:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Topping:
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and cream of chicken soup until smooth.
- Season: Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the mixture, adjusting to taste.
- Incorporate Chicken: Gently fold in the diced or shredded chicken until well combined.
- Prepare Casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the chicken mixture evenly.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the casserole.
- Make Topping: Mix crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter, then spread over the casserole.
- Top with Mozzarella: Add shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let it cool slightly, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- This casserole reheats well and can be made ahead of time for a convenient meal option.
- Feel free to customize the seasonings and cheeses to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, Chicken Casserole, Creamy Chicken Casserole, Baked Chicken Casserole
