Description
This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is rich, creamy, and comforting! Made with tender shredded chicken, a cheesy, creamy sauce, and topped with buttery Ritz crackers, it’s an irresistible dish perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- For the Casserole:
- 3 ounces whipped cream cheese
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- 10.5-ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 cups crushed Ritz crackers
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Scallions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Shredded Chicken: Add chicken thighs, salt, pepper, and olive oil to the bowl of an Instant Pot. Stir to coat. Add onion, garlic, and chicken broth, then stir again.
- Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release when done.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks. Discard the remaining broth and solids.
- Assemble and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whipped cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese. Add the condensed cream of chicken soup and stir to combine.
- Mix in cheddar cheese, shredded chicken, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Stir until combined and transfer mixture into a greased casserole dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Evenly spread over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 45 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with scallions before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken as a shortcut for the shredded chicken step.
- For extra flavor, mix a little Parmesan cheese into the cracker topping.
- This casserole reheats well and can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 507
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1351mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
