Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a rich, creamy, and cheesy baked dish combining tender shredded chicken with a luscious blend of sour cream, mayonnaise, cream of chicken soup, and three types of cheese. Topped with a crunchy buttery cracker crust and seasoned with garlic, onion powder, and oregano, this casserole offers decadent comfort food that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 10.75 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese Blend
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Topping
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (about 1 sleeve)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the casserole.
- Mix Chicken and Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with sour cream, mayonnaise, and condensed cream of chicken soup. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Add Cheese: Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese into the chicken mixture until evenly combined.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers with the melted unsalted butter to create a crunchy, buttery topping.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the chicken and cheese mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the cracker topping over the surface of the casserole.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving for the flavors to settle.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy shortcut.
- For a crispier topping, you can broil the casserole for the last 2-3 minutes—watch carefully to avoid burning.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated; just bake it when ready to serve.
- Substitute gluten-free crackers if you need a gluten-free version.
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
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