Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole features tender shredded chicken in a creamy blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar, topped with buttery Ritz cracker crumbs.
6
servings15
minutes40
minutes450
kcal55
minutesIngredients
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
0.5 cup butter, melted
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. This will ensure the casserole doesn’t stick.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup until smooth.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure even cooking.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter, and then sprinkle over the chicken mixture.
- Top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring it covers the entire surface for a deliciously cheesy finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 450kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole lives up to its name with layers of rich, creamy indulgence that taste like pure luxury. Tender shredded chicken is enveloped in a velvety mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup, then topped with sharp cheddar cheese that melts into golden perfection. The crown jewel is the buttery Ritz cracker topping that bakes into an irresistibly crunchy crust, creating the perfect contrast to the creamy interior and making this casserole worth every penny of its name.op version.
