Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole
A rich, creamy casserole layered with tender shredded chicken, sour cream, cheese, almonds, and a buttery cracker crust. Inspired by the iconic dish from Neiman Marcus Café, it’s upscale comfort food perfect for family meals or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
4 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works well)
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup sliced green onions
½ cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted
1½ tsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
1 sleeve buttery crackers, crushed
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, stir together chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, green onions, almonds, and hot sauce until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine crushed crackers and melted butter, then sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use cream of mushroom or celery soup for variation.
Try Monterey Jack or Swiss cheese for a milder flavor.
Add veggies like peas, diced bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Make nut-free by omitting almonds or using breadcrumbs.
Spice it up with cayenne or more hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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