Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
A creamy, cheesy chicken casserole topped with buttery Ritz crackers — comforting, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie chicken works great
- 1 package cream cheese 8 oz, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese sharp cheddar recommended
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
- ¼ cup butter melted
- crumbled bacon optional, for smoky flavor
- chopped green onions optional, for freshness
- diced jalapeños optional, for heat
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, stir together the cream cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Fold in the shredded chicken and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until evenly coated.
- Pour the chicken mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Stir until crumbs are well coated.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Add crumbled bacon, green onions, or jalapeños to customize the flavor. Great for meal prep—leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat covered in the oven or microwave.