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Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe

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Dollar Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting baked dish featuring chopped cooked chicken combined with cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and soup, all topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for a family dinner or potluck, delivering rich flavors and a satisfying golden crust.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4½ cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 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

Topping

  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 5 Tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Lightly spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking, then set it aside.
  2. Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, dried onion powder, and the can of unsalted cream of chicken soup. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
  3. Assemble Casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a smooth layer.
  4. Make Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until thoroughly combined. Evenly sprinkle this cracker mixture over the top of the chicken casserole layer to form a crunchy topping.
  5. Bake: Place the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through and bubbly around the edges.

Notes

  • For best results, use cooked chicken that is shredded or chopped finely to ensure an even texture.
  • You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup if preferred for a different flavor profile.
  • If Ritz crackers are unavailable, buttery bread crumbs or crushed saltine crackers can be used as topping alternatives.
  • Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving to let it set slightly for easier slicing.
  • This dish reheats well in the oven or microwave for leftovers.

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