Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Creamy, cheesy, and comforting – this Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a family favorite with a buttery Ritz cracker topping!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish (9x13-inch)
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup 1 can
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning optional
For the Topping
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and Italian seasoning. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded chicken until evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Remove from oven and garnish with chopped parsley. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese to the topping before baking. Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables!