Description
A creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly rich Million Dollar Chicken Casserole perfect for any easy dinner night.
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)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Mix chicken, soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar, and mozzarella in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Spread mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
4. In a small bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter.
5. Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the chicken mixture.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
7. Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for extra flavor and convenience.
Top with bacon bits or fresh herbs for an added twist.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Food safety: if you cook the chicken yourself, make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), as recommended by the USDA and Health Canada.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg