Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe is rich, creamy and very comforting. This dish feels fancy, but it is very easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Oven Temperature: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
Prepare the Chicken
- Cook and shred the chicken if needed. Use rotisserie chicken to save time and effort.
Mix the Creamy Base
- Add cream cheese, sour cream and soup to a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add Seasonings
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Mix well so flavors spread evenly.
Add Cheese and Chicken
- Add shredded chicken and cheeses to the bowl. Stir gently until everything is well coated.
Fill the Baking Dish
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a greased baking dish. Smooth the top gently.
Make the Topping
- Mix crushed crackers with melted butter in a small bowl. Stir until crumbs look moist.
Add the Topping
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the casserole. This creates a crispy golden top.
Bake the Casserole
- Place the dish in the oven. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
Rest Before Serving
- Remove from oven and let it rest for five minutes. This helps the casserole set nicely.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
- Soften cream cheese for smooth mixing.
- Do not overbake or it may dry out.
- Add cooked pasta for a fuller meal.
- Use fresh cheese for better melting.