Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is the kind of dish that’s not only delicious but also super easy to make, with a creamy, cheesy filling and a buttery Ritz cracker topping. It’s a perfect combination of comfort food magic that will have everyone asking for the recipe. And the best part? It only takes about 15 minutes to prep—making it ideal for busy nights.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This casserole is everything you want in a comfort meal. The creamy sauce made from cream cheese, cottage cheese, and sour cream creates an incredibly smooth, velvety texture that perfectly coats the tender chicken. Plus, the buttery Ritz cracker topping adds a crisp, golden crunch that takes it over the top. Trust me, this is no ordinary chicken casserole—it’s a crowd-pleaser!

What You’ll Need

4 cups cooked chicken, chopped (rotisserie chicken works great!)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup sour cream
1 can cream of chicken soup
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
4 tablespoons butter, melted

How to Make Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Make the Filling:
- In a large bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, and sour cream until smooth. (Make sure your cream cheese is soft for easy mixing.)
- Stir in the cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and onion powder, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add Chicken:
- Fold in the chopped chicken until evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
Assemble:
- Transfer the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Topping:
- Combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter, then sprinkle it over the top of the casserole.
Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and golden brown on top.

Make-Ahead Tips

You can assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance! Just cover and refrigerate. When ready to bake, let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, then add the cracker topping and bake as directed.
Freezing: Prepare everything except the topping. Cover tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, add the topping, and bake until heated through.

What to Serve With It

This creamy casserole pairs perfectly with fluffy rice or egg noodles to soak up all that rich sauce. Add a green salad or roasted vegetables on the side for a well-rounded meal.

Recipe Notes

For extra flavor, try adding sautéed mushrooms or a handful of frozen peas.
Make sure your cream cheese is very soft before mixing—either leave it out for an hour or microwave in 15-second bursts.
Want it gluten-free? Use gluten-free cream of chicken soup and substitute crushed pork rinds for the Ritz crackers.
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Give this Million Dollar Chicken Casserole a try! I promise, it’s one of those dishes that will have everyone going back for seconds. Let me know how it turns out in the comments!