Dinner

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe

ByRafael Mansero October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

Introduction

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks. With tender chicken, a rich cheese sauce, and a crispy Ritz cracker topping, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Ingredients

4 cups cooked chicken, chopped
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 (10.75 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
6 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, and the cream of chicken soup. Stir until well combined.
Step 3: Fold the chopped cooked chicken into the cheese mixture, then pour everything into the prepared baking dish and spread out evenly.
Step 4: In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are well coated. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

Tips & Variations

Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut without sacrificing flavor.
Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a tangier, healthier twist.
Add chopped broccoli or mushrooms to the mixture for extra veggies.
For a crispier topping, broil for the last 2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Storage

Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the entire dish in the oven at 350°F until heated through. This casserole does not freeze well due to the cream cheese and sour cream base.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the casserole and refrigerate it, covered, for up to 24 hours before baking. You may need to add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.