Description

Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy baked dish featuring shredded chicken combined with cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, and green onions, topped with a buttery crunchy crust of crushed Ritz crackers. It’s an easy, comforting casserole perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup green onions, sliced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

Topping

2 sleeves crushed Ritz crackers
1/2 cup butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish to ensure the casserole does not stick during baking.
Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Then fold in the shredded cooked chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions to evenly distribute all ingredients.
Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the greased casserole dish, ensuring a smooth, level surface for even cooking and topping application.
Assemble the Dish: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until the crumbs are fully coated. Sprinkle this buttery crumb mixture evenly over the top of the chicken mixture to create a flavorful and crunchy crust.
Cook to Perfection: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until the topping turns golden brown and the casserole is bubbly throughout, indicating it is heated well and ready to serve.
Finishing Touches: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes; this helps it set and makes serving easier while enhancing the flavors.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the casserole warm, optionally garnished with additional green onions or fresh herbs for a bright, fresh touch.

Notes

Use cooked chicken breasts, either poached, roasted, or leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
You can substitute the Ritz crackers topping with panko breadcrumbs if you prefer a different texture.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the mixture.
This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes of baking time if going straight from the fridge.
Letting the casserole rest after baking improves slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Neiman Marcus chicken casserole, cheesy chicken casserole, creamy chicken bake, Ritz cracker casserole, comfort food