Description

A rich and creamy Million Dollar Chicken Casserole made with tender chicken in a cheesy sauce and topped with buttery crackers baked until golden and crisp.

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup small-curd cottage cheese

1/3 cup sour cream

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

3 1/2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or rotisserie chicken

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

32 round buttery crackers, crushed

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Sliced green onions (optional garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
In a large bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, chicken broth, cottage cheese, sour cream, Italian seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
Fold the cooked chicken into the creamy mixture until evenly coated.
Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
In a separate bowl, combine the crushed crackers with the melted butter.
Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Let rest for a few minutes before serving and garnish with sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience.

Blend cottage cheese if you prefer a smoother texture.

Use gluten-free crackers if needed.

Bake uncovered to keep the topping crispy.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 540
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 820 mg
Fat: 38 g
Saturated Fat: 20 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 32 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg