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Million Dollar Chicken and Rice: The Ultimate Creamy Comfort Food Casserole

A luxurious and comforting Million Dollar Chicken and Rice featuring a velvety cream sauce, tender long-grain rice, and a bubbly dual-cheese topping finished with a signature buttery cracker crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups cooked long-grain rice Slightly cooled (approx. 600g)
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken Mix of white and dark meat (approx. 450g)
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup 1 can (298g)
  • 1 cup sour cream 240g
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise 120g
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 170g
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese 113g
  • 1 sleeve buttery crackers Crushed (approx. 30 crackers)
  • 4 tbsp salted butter Melted (56g)
  • 1 tsp dried parsley flakes

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch White Ceramic Baking Dish Ceramic provides even heat for caramelized edges.
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For combining the rice and sauce base.

Method
 

Prep and Mix
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cooked rice, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayo, and spices until velvety and well-combined.
Assembly
  1. Spread the mixture into the prepared dish, smoothing the top. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  2. Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and parsley, then sprinkle over the cheese layer.
Bake
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are caramelized and the cheese is bubbly with golden spots.

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcalProtein: 24gFat: 38gFiber: 1g

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for a better melt.
Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set.
Keyword chicken casserole,comfort food,Million Dollar Chicken and Rice

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