Description

Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and crunchy baked dish that combines shredded chicken with sour cream, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, green onions, almonds, crispy bacon, and a touch of hot sauce. Topped with buttery crushed crackers and baked to golden perfection, this casserole makes for a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

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®, crushed
1/2 cup butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the casserole.
Mix main ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, slivered almonds, crumbled bacon, and hot sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Prepare the topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are well coated.
Assemble the casserole: Transfer the chicken mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the buttery cracker topping evenly over the chicken mixture.
Bake: Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a main dish with your favorite sides.

Notes

You can substitute shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience.
For a spicier version, add more hot sauce according to your taste.
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free crackers instead of Ritz.
Make sure the topping is evenly spread to achieve a uniform crunchy crust.
This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; bake when ready.

Keywords: Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole, chicken casserole, cheesy chicken bake, comfort food, baked chicken dish, chicken and crackers casserole