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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: A Creamy Comfort Delight

This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole offers a creamy, comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 3 cups Cooked Chicken Substitute with rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it is softened before mixing.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Opt for low-fat versions if desired.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Light mayonnaise is a possible substitute.
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup Can be replaced with a homemade cream sauce.
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can serve as a dairy-free option.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Use dairy-free cheese for a lactose-free version.
For the Crumb Topping
  • 1 cup Ritz Crackers Other buttery crackers may be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used as a substitute.
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional for garnishing.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and cream of chicken soup in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the creamy mixture.
  4. Gently fold in the cooked chicken.
  5. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and transfer the chicken and creamy mixture into the dish.
  6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the chicken mixture.
  7. In a separate bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted unsalted butter.
  8. Evenly distribute the Ritz cracker mixture over the Parmesan layer.
  9. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the cracker crust.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  11. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  12. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the cream cheese to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before mixing for a smoother blend.

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