Savor the rich and comforting flavors of this Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. Layered with creamy chicken filling and a crispy cracker topping, this dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients:
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Directions:
1️⃣ Oven Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Combine Filling: In a large bowl, mix chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar, and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper.
3️⃣ Assemble in Dish: Spread chicken mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
4️⃣ Topping: Mix crushed crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle over the chicken mixture.
5️⃣ Bake: Cook in the oven for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
6️⃣ Serve: Let cool slightly, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 1 can 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Oven Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Combine Filling: In a large bowl, mix chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar, and mozzarella; season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble in Dish: Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- Topping: Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over the chicken mixture.
- Bake: Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Make-Ahead: Prepare the casserole in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Add-Ins: Enhance the casserole with vegetables like peas, broccoli, or mushrooms for added nutrition.
- Cheese Variations: Substitute or add other cheeses like Swiss or Monterey Jack for a different flavor profile.
- Garnish: Fresh parsley adds a touch of color and freshness, but it is optional.