Can I make Million Dollar Chicken Casserole ahead of time?

Yes! Mix the filling and spread it into the pan, then cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours . Add the Ritz topping right before baking so it stays crunchy.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days . Reheat in the microwave or oven. If you want the topping crispy again, reheat in the oven at 350ºF for about 10–15 minutes.

You can freeze the filling portion (without the cracker topping) for best results. Thaw overnight in the fridge, add the buttery crackers, then bake.

I don’t love cottage cheese—can I swap it?

Absolutely. You can use more sour cream or even ricotta as a substitute. Cottage cheese just gives that extra creamy “rich” feel, but the casserole will still be delicious.

What if I only have a 9×13 pan?

You can use a 9×13, but the casserole will be thinner and may bake a little faster. Start checking around 25–30 minutes .

4 Easy Steps to a Perfect Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Description

This Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, cheesy, and topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crunch. It’s an easy, family-approved dinner that comes together fast and disappears even faster. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners!

Ingredients

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4½ cups chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup sour cream
1 (10.5 oz) can unsalted cream of chicken soup
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp dried onion powder
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
5 Tbsp butter, melted

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and cream of chicken soup. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, stir together crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter until well coated.
Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the chicken mixture.
Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.

Substitute: Swap cottage cheese for ricotta or extra sour cream if preferred.

Make ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance, refrigerate, and bake when ready.

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freeze: Freeze without the topping, thaw overnight, then add Ritz and bake.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1 cup)
Calories: 465 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 580 mg
Fat: 33 g
Saturated Fat: 17 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 28 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg