Million Dollar Chicken Casserole (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 -
4 cups (approximately 600 g) cooked, shredded boneless chicken breast
02 -
115 g cream cheese, softened
03 -
240 g cottage cheese
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120 g sour cream
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305 g condensed cream of chicken soup
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0.5 teaspoon (2 g) garlic powder
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0.5 teaspoon (2 g) onion powder
→ Topping
08 -
32 Ritz crackers, crushed (approximately 100 g)
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56 g unsalted butter, melted
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 175°C to ensure an even baking environment.
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Shred the cooked boneless chicken into bite-sized pieces for optimal texture and even ingredient distribution.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, condensed cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir vigorously until smooth and well blended.
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Add shredded chicken to the cheese and soup mixture. Fold gently to coat all pieces evenly.
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Lightly grease a 23×23 cm casserole dish. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the dish.
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In a medium bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted unsalted butter. Toss until all crumbs are thoroughly coated.
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Evenly distribute the cracker topping over the casserole. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes or until the surface is golden and bubbly.
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Allow the casserole to rest for several minutes to set before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
# Helpful Notes:
01 -
For a smoother texture, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
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Allow the baked casserole to rest briefly to set and maintain its structure when serving.