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Crockpot Million Dollar Chicken

Crockpot Million Dollar Chicken: Easy Comfort Food Delight

Crockpot Million Dollar Chicken is an easy, creamy dish perfect for meal prep or potlucks, blending flavors that sustain family traditions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Additional Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Base
  • 4.5 cups chopped cooked chicken Substitute rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) unsalted cream of chicken soup Opt for low-sodium varieties for reduced salt intake.
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 4 oz cream cheese Ensure it's soft for easy blending.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese For a smoother texture, use ricotta cheese.
  • 0.5 cup sour cream Can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used for a more robust taste.
  • 0.25 tsp dried onion powder Substitute with finely chopped fresh onions if preferred.
For the Topping
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers Gluten-free crackers can be used for a gluten-free option.
  • 5 tbsp butter Use margarine for a dairy-free alternative.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Place the chopped cooked chicken at the bottom of your slow cooker, evenly distributed.
  2. Mix Creamy Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend until smooth.
  3. Combine in Slow Cooker: Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken and stir gently to coat.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours; check for doneness at 4 hours.
  5. Prepare Topping: Crush Ritz crackers and mix with melted butter until well-coated.
  6. Add Topping: Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the creamy chicken mixture.
  7. Final Cook: Cover and cook on low for an additional 10 minutes to warm the topping.
  8. Serve: Scoop out portions and enjoy hot, pairing with salad or sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to add veggies or experiment with different topping options.

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