Description
A rich, creamy chicken casserole topped with crispy buttery crackers, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. This versatile dish is easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and is loved by both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or fresh)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 sleeve buttery crackers, crushed
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded chicken and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a greased casserole dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle the topping over the chicken mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- Add vegetables like diced bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Swap crackers with crushed pork rinds for a keto-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole, Easy Chicken Casserole, Creamy Casserole Recipe