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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

A rich and creamy chicken casserole featuring shredded chicken, a cheesy sauce, and a buttery cracker topping, perfect for a comforting family meal.

45 minEasyServes 6480 cal/serving

AmericanDinnerOvenStandardHigh ProteinPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 slv Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast, 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup, 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup diced yellow onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dried parsley. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Spread the 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

  4. 4

    In a separate small bowl, combine 1 slv crushed Ritz crackers and 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter. Stir until the crackers are evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the 1 slv crushed Ritz crackers topping over the 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast mixture in the baking dish.

  6. 6

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the topping is golden brown.

  7. 7

    Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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What is Million Dollar Chicken Casserole?

A rich and creamy chicken casserole featuring shredded chicken, a cheesy sauce, and a buttery cracker topping, perfect for a comforting family meal. This reference files it under American dinner: made in the oven, rated easy and about 45 minutes start to finish.

What oven temperature does Million Dollar Chicken Casserole need?

For Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 25 minutes, in step 6. The target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for sour cream in Million Dollar Chicken Casserole?

The entry for Million Dollar Chicken Casserole calls for 1/2 cup sour cream. In its place: Full-fat plain Greek yogurt, measure for measure. In hot sauces, add it off the heat.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Million Dollar Chicken Casserole?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Million Dollar Chicken Casserole uses 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded.

Can I make Million Dollar Chicken Casserole dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (1 can condensed cream of chicken soup, 8 oz cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free dinner collection instead.

How do I store and reheat Million Dollar Chicken Casserole?

Refrigerate what is left of Million Dollar Chicken Casserole within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

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