Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

A rich, creamy baked chicken casserole with melted cheese and a crunchy potato-chip topping — an easy, crowd-pleasing comfort dish for weeknights and potlucks.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: million dollar chicken casserole, chicken casserole, cheesy casserole, potato chip topping, comfort food

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 40

Servings: servings

Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

3 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced (about 1 lb)
10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom
1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus 1/2 cup for topping
1/2 cup diced onion optional
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 1 tsp dried
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables thawed (optional)
2 cups crushed buttery potato chips for topping
1 tablespoon melted butter to mix with chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
If using raw chicken, poach or roast and shred; cool slightly before using.
In a large bowl combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, and half the shredded cheddar cheese.
Stir in minced garlic, diced onion, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper until smooth.
Fold in shredded chicken and optional thawed vegetables until evenly coated.
Spread the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar evenly over the casserole.
Crush the potato chips lightly and toss with melted butter; spread chips over the cheese layer.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until sauce is bubbly and topping is golden brown.
Let the casserole rest 5–10 minutes before serving to set and make slicing easier.

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