Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Creamy Million Dollar Chicken Casserole that will surely become a family favorite. Loaded with tender chicken and a luxurious blend of cheeses, this comforting dish is a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1 sleeve buttery crackers (about 30 crackers), crushed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the Casserole: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, cottage cheese, mayonnaise, mozzarella, cheddar, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add in the shredded chicken and mix well.
- Transfer to Dish: Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, toss the crushed crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle the topping over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
- For added flavor, use rotisserie chicken.
- Pair with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
