Description
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting baked dish featuring shredded chicken mixed with sour cream, mayonnaise, and a blend of cheeses, topped with buttery crushed crackers for a golden, crunchy finish. Perfect for family dinners, this easy-to-make casserole delivers rich flavors and satisfying textures in just under an hour.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 10.75 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (about 1 sleeve)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Chicken and Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, sour cream, mayonnaise, condensed cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the chicken and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Prepare the Cracker Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers with the melted unsalted butter until the crackers are fully coated with butter, creating a crumbly topping.
- Add the Topping: Evenly sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture over the top of the chicken mixture in the baking dish to form a crispy crust.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley just before serving to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute the buttery crackers with crushed Ritz crackers for added flavor.
- Leftover shredded chicken from a roast or rotisserie chicken works perfectly in this recipe.
- For a lighter option, use low-fat sour cream and mayonnaise.
- Make sure to evenly spread the cracker topping for a uniform crispy crust.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; add 10 extra minutes to the baking time if baking cold from the fridge.
