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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting dish combining tender shredded chicken with a rich sauce made from cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar. Topped with crunchy French fried onions, it’s an easy-to-prepare casserole perfect for family dinners or potlucks, offering a luscious texture and crowd-pleasing flavor that’s customizable and ideal for leftovers.

  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (breast or rotisserie)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (divided, about 1 cup for mixing and 1/2 cup for topping)
  • 1 1/3 cups French fried onions
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Begin by shredding cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken evenly. This ensures every bite has a perfect balance of moist chicken that will mingle seamlessly with the creamy sauce.
  2. Mix the Creamy Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, melted butter, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and creamy, laying the flavorful foundation for the casserole.
  3. Combine Chicken and Cheese: Add shredded chicken and 1 cup of cheddar cheese (reserving the remaining 1/2 cup for topping) into the sauce. Mix gently so the chicken pieces stay tender while being coated in cheesy goodness.
  4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish, leveling the top smoothly so the casserole bakes evenly with a luscious texture.
  5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole, then cover generously with French fried onions to create the famous crunchy, golden crust.
  6. Bake Until Golden: Place the casserole in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbling and the topping turns crispy and browned.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add flavor.
  • Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid lumps.
  • Don’t skip chicken broth as it balances richness and keeps the casserole moist.
  • Layer toppings evenly to achieve a consistent golden crust.
  • Allow casserole to rest for 10 minutes after baking for easier slicing and better texture.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free fried onions or substitute toppings)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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