Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole: Your New Comfort Food Hero

This Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish perfect for gatherings, blending creamy layers with a crunchy Ritz cracker topping.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

2 cups Shredded Chicken Breast Main protein; can substitute with rotisserie chicken
8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature for easy mixing
1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup Mayonnaise Consider extra sour cream for a lighter flavor
2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Mix in Colby Jack for a twist
1 medium Onion Try shallots for a subtler taste

For the Topping

1 cup Crushed Ritz Crackers Can substitute with crushed cornflakes or panko

Equipment

Oven
Mixing Bowl
Casserole dish
Hand mixer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Blend until smooth.
Stir in the shredded chicken, diced onions, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish. Spread the creamy chicken mixture evenly in the dish.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and crushed Ritz crackers evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider making this casserole ahead of time and refrigerating it up to 24 hours before baking for convenience.

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