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A rich, creamy, cheesy chicken casserole topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust — the ultimate comfort-food dinner everyone loves.

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

A rich, creamy, cheesy chicken casserole topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust — the ultimate comfort-food dinner everyone loves.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk optional
Ritz Topping:
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium bowl
  • Spatula or Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth. Add milk if needed.
  3. Fold in shredded chicken and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread mixture into the baking dish. Top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  5. In a bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter.
  6. Sprinkle Ritz topping evenly over the casserole.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until hot, bubbly, and golden.
  8. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze up to 2 months. Add veggies or bacon for extra flavor.