Description
A cozy family favorite, this creamy chicken casserole is perfect for busy nights, bringing warmth and flavor to the dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and cream of chicken soup. Use a hand mixer or wooden spoon to mix these ingredients well until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning to your preference.
- Gently fold in the diced or shredded chicken into the mixture until evenly coated.
- Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and pour the chicken mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- In a small bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until well coated and evenly distribute over the top of the casserole.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to add vegetables like steamed broccoli or cooked spinach for extra nutrition. Make this dish ahead by preparing it a day in advance and refrigerating before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken, comfort food, easy recipe, family meal