Description
Famous Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting baked dish featuring shredded chicken, mixed vegetables, and a buttery cracker topping. Perfect for a hearty family meal or potluck.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well!)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus an additional ½ cup for topping)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (optional but recommended)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)
- ½ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for evenly baking the casserole.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, mixed vegetables, and finely chopped onion. Season with salt and pepper, then stir all ingredients until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
- Prepare the baking dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray, then pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Make the topping: In a small bowl, blend the crushed buttery crackers with the melted butter thoroughly. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole, then sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese on top for added cheesiness and a golden crust.
- Bake the casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the topping is golden brown. If the topping browns too quickly, cover the dish loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes to prevent burning.
- Rest and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps the flavors meld and makes it easier to serve.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut, but you can also use poached or leftover chicken.
- Mixed vegetables can include peas, carrots, and corn — feel free to customize based on preference or what you have on hand.
- Use crushed buttery crackers like Ritz for a rich, flavorful topping.
- Covering loosely with foil towards the end of baking prevents the topping from burning while allowing the casserole to heat through.
- This casserole reheats well and makes excellent leftovers.
