Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Instructions

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1. 1 Gather and prep ingredients, and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. 2 Heat oil and 1 Tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, and sear for 4-5 minutes until lightly golden (it doesn't need to be fully cooked), and transfer to a plate and set aside.
3. 3 In the same skillet, melt 1 Tbsp butter and add sliced mushrooms, whites of green onions, and garlic, and cook for 6-8 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
4. 4 Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and form a roux.
5. 5 Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. 6 Stir in cottage cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and remaining ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. Stir until melted and smooth.
7. 7 Return the chicken to the skillet as well as the green parts of the onions. Stir until everything is coated.
8. 8 Pour the chicken and mushroom mixture into your prepared casserole dish.
9. 9 Crush the crackers in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin or similar tool. Toss with 1 Tbsp melted butter, then sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
10. 10 Cover the casserole dish loosely with foil. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
11. 11 Let it sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set slightly. Enjoy served sprinkled with extra green onion and over rice if desired.