Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a rich, creamy comfort dish with tender chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, and a buttery crispy topping. Ideal for busy weeknights, this easy casserole recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, cottage cheese, mayonnaise, and mozzarella until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream or add more cheese for extra richness.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg