Description
Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy baked dish featuring shredded chicken blended with sour cream, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, green onions, almonds, bacon, and a hint of hot sauce, all topped with a buttery cracker crust for a delightful crunchy finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 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 and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and prepare for the casserole assembly.
- Combine Chicken Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, slivered almonds, crumbled bacon, and hot sauce until evenly mixed.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure consistent cooking and flavors.
- Prepare Cracker Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers with melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated, creating a rich and crispy topping.
- Add Topping to Casserole: Evenly spread the buttered cracker mixture over the top of the chicken casserole to form a crunchy crust once baked.
- Bake: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly and heated through.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes after baking to set slightly, making it easier to serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is well shredded for best texture and even distribution in the casserole.
- You can substitute cooked turkey for chicken if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce according to your spice tolerance.
- The buttery cracker topping provides a nice contrast in texture, so don’t skip it.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick meal.
- To make it gluten free, use gluten-free crackers instead of Ritz crackers and ensure cream of chicken soup is gluten free.
