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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

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A creamy, cheesy, and comforting chicken casserole topped with a crunchy buttery crumb topping, perfect for weeknight dinners and potlucks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 cups cooked, shredded chicken About 2 large breasts or a rotisserie chicken
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Bring to room temperature for easier mixing
  • 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup (10-11 oz) Alternatively use cream of mushroom
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or mayo Sour cream gives tang; mayo keeps it silky
  • 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided Reserve some for topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Or use 2-3 cloves minced garlic
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled Optional but recommended
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers or 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs, crushed Choose according to preference
  • 3-4 tablespoons melted butter To bind the topping
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • optional Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. If not using rotisserie chicken, poach two boneless, skinless chicken breasts in simmering water for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Cool slightly and shred with forks.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in condensed soup, sour cream (or mayo), garlic powder, salt, and pepper until uniform.
  4. Fold in shredded chicken and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  5. Sprinkle crumbled bacon over the top. In a small bowl, combine crushed crackers (or panko) with melted butter until evenly moistened, then scatter the crumb mixture across the casserole and finish with the remaining cheddar.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the topping is golden. For extra browning, broil for 1-2 minutes while watching closely.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving for easier portioning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken to save time. For a lighter version, swap half-and-half or low-fat cream cheese and reduce the butter in the topping. Add veggies like peas or spinach for a boost.
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