Description
Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and savory baked dish featuring shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, slivered almonds, and crispy bacon, all topped with a buttery cracker crumb crust. This comforting casserole is perfect for family dinners and gatherings, delivering rich flavors and a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 ½ teaspoons hot sauce, such as Tabasco® or to taste
Topping
- 1 sleeve buttery crackers, such as Ritz® crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Chicken Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, slivered almonds, crumbled bacon, and hot sauce. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Prepare Cracker Topping: In a small bowl, mix crushed buttery crackers with melted butter until well combined. This will create a flavorful, crispy topping.
- Add Topping and Bake: Spread the cracker and butter mixture evenly over the chicken casserole. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is browned and the casserole is bubbly.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked turkey for the chicken if desired.
- For extra spice, increase the amount of hot sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- To make ahead, assemble the casserole up to the topping stage and refrigerate; add topping and bake when ready to serve.
- Use gluten-free crackers to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Cooking bacon in the microwave is a quick and easy method to save time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 724
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole, chicken casserole, cheesy chicken bake, comfort food, baked casserole, creamy chicken dish
