Million Dollar Chicken Casserole (Rich, Creamy, and Easy!)
This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and topped with buttery Ritz crackers. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, and sour cream, it’s the ultimate comfort food dinner that’s quick, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for busy nights or make-ahead meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
For the Topping
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (about 30)
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven:Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Mix the Creamy Filling:In a large bowl, stir together the cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and onion powder. Make sure the cream cheese is soft—it will mix more smoothly. Fold in the shredded chicken until everything is fully coated. This is the heart of your million dollar chicken bake, and it should already smell incredible.
- Layer and Top:Spread the chicken mixture evenly into your casserole dish. In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle this buttery mixture over the top of the casserole. This topping adds crunch, saltiness, and that comforting golden finish everyone loves.
- Bake to Golden Perfection:Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the cracker topping is golden brown. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if you’re feeling fancy.
Notes
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