Million Dollar Chicken Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken pieces in a creamy sauce, topped with buttery crackers. Comforting and effortless for any occasion.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 -
600 g cooked chicken breast, shredded
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115 g cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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240 g cottage cheese
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120 g sour cream
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305 g condensed cream of chicken soup
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.5 teaspoon onion powder
→ Topping
08 -
32 Ritz crackers (approximately 1 sleeve)
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56 g unsalted butter, melted
# How to Make It:
01 -
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) to ensure even baking.
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Shred cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces for optimal integration and texture.
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, condensed cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
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Add shredded chicken to the cheese mixture and gently fold together until chicken is evenly coated.
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Lightly grease a 23x23 cm (9x9 inch) casserole dish and evenly spread the chicken mixture within.
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Crush Ritz crackers into fine crumbs and combine with melted unsalted butter until evenly moistened.
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Evenly sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture over the casserole. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling.
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Remove casserole from oven and allow to rest for a few minutes prior to serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
# Additional Tips:
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Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother mixture.
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Allowing the casserole to rest before serving aids in setting, making portions easier to serve.
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Crushing the crackers finely and fully coating in butter creates a superior crunchy topping.
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This dish can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, then baked just before serving.
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For adjustments, fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley can be incorporated into the filling for added flavor.