Creating your Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is simple—you just need to follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, broccoli florets, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the chicken mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
4. Make Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Stir until the crackers are evenly coated.
5. Add Topping: Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the casserole.
6. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until it’s golden brown and bubbly.
7. Cool and Serve: Once baked, allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Follow these steps, and you’ll have an incredible Million Dollar Chicken Casserole ready to impress!