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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: 7 Reasons to Love It

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole: Irresistibly Creamy Comfort that warms the heart and home.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 1½ to 2 lbs, rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened for a velvety texture)
  • 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz, for rich flavors)
  • ½ cup sour cream (or swap with Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (adds creaminess and depth)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (infuses the dish with savory warmth)
  • 1 tsp onion powder (complements other flavors)
  • 1 tsp salt (essential for flavor)
  • 1½–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (melts beautifully)
  • 2 cups crushed crackers (for crispy topping)
  • 3 tbsp melted butter (for binding the topping)
  • 6–8 slices bacon (optional, crisped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you gather and prepare your ingredients.
  2. Shred the cooked chicken into tender pieces or chop it into bite-sized chunks.
  3. If using bacon, fry it until crispy in a skillet, then crumble it and set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth.
  5. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and salt to the mixture and stir to integrate.
  6. Gently fold in the shredded chicken and grated cheddar cheese until evenly coated.
  7. Spoon the chicken mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  8. In a separate bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter, then sprinkle over the chicken layer.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbling and the topping is golden brown.

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