Million Dollar Chicken Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)

Creamy chicken, rich cheeses, and crisp buttery crackers—perfect comfort food for any family gathering.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Filling

01 - 2 cups (about 280 g) cooked chicken, diced or shredded
02 - 225 g cream cheese, softened
03 - 240 g cottage cheese
04 - 240 g sour cream
05 - 240 g mayonnaise
06 - 1 can (298 g) cream of chicken soup
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Topping

11 - 100 g grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 1 cup (80 g) crushed Ritz crackers
13 - 225 g unsalted butter, melted
14 - 120 g shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Garnish (optional)

15 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat the oven to 175°C and allow it to fully reach temperature before baking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and cream of chicken soup. Blend thoroughly until smooth and uniform.
03 - Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the base. Adjust seasonings to taste and mix to incorporate evenly.
04 - Fold in diced or shredded cooked chicken, gently ensuring all pieces are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
05 - Lightly grease a 33 x 23 cm baking dish. Evenly spread the chicken mixture in the dish for uniform baking.
06 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the entire surface of the chicken mixture to form a flavor-rich base for the topping.
07 - In a separate bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted unsalted butter until all crumbs are evenly coated.
08 - Distribute the buttered cracker mixture evenly over the casserole, ensuring full coverage for consistent texture.
09 - Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, spreading it evenly to promote a melty, golden finish.
10 - Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
11 - Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes. This helps the casserole set for cleaner slices.
12 - Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Assemble the casserole in advance and refrigerate up to 24 hours; bake just before serving for optimal texture.
02 - Substitute turkey for chicken to introduce a different flavor profile.
03 - Add slivered almonds or chopped pecans to the topping for extra crunch.
04 - Pair with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables to balance the dish's richness.
05 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

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