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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

The Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy delight with a buttery cracker crust, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups Shredded Chicken Use leftover or rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with more sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 can Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with mozzarella
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works as dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic for more taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion or shallots can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can be replaced with Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust according to palate
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Crushed Crackers Panko breadcrumbs for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with olive oil or plant-based butter

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, sour cream, mayonnaise, and soup, then mix in all cheeses and spices.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Mix the crushed crackers with melted butter until well-coated.
  5. Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture over the chicken filling and gently press down.
  6. Bake for approximately 40 minutes, until the topping is golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider adding cooked vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.

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