Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole with 2 Shortcuts
This Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food dinner. Creamy, cheesy, loaded with chicken and bacon, and topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust, it’s the kind of recipe that always gets rave reviews and empty plates. Using a few convenient ingredients keeps preparation simple while still delivering all the rich, comforting flavors that have made this casserole a family favorite for years.
Tender chicken is combined with a creamy mixture of soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, slivered almonds, crispy bacon, and a touch of hot sauce for extra flavor. The casserole is then topped with crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter, creating a golden, buttery topping that perfectly complements the creamy filling underneath.
This is one of those recipes that works for busy weeknights, potlucks, family gatherings, or anytime you need a dependable comfort food meal. It comes together quickly and uses ingredients that are easy to keep on hand. The combination of creamy filling, smoky bacon, crunchy almonds, and buttery cracker topping creates the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite.
One of the best things about this casserole is that it feels homemade and comforting without requiring a lot of prep work. Rotisserie chicken works beautifully, making this an excellent way to get dinner on the table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
½ cup sliced green onions
½ cup slivered almonds
A few dashes hot sauce
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
5 to 6 slices precooked bacon, crumbled
2 sleeves Ritz crackers, crushed
1 stick butter, melted
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, slivered almonds, hot sauce, chicken, and crumbled bacon.
Stir until everything is evenly combined.
Spread the mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Tips
Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut and adds extra flavor.
For a little more heat, increase the hot sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Toasted slivered almonds provide extra crunch and nutty flavor.
Letting the casserole rest before serving helps it set up and makes serving easier.
Reserve a few green onions for garnish before serving.
Serving Ideas
Serve this casserole with a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, green beans, or steamed broccoli. It also pairs well with fresh fruit and warm dinner rolls for a complete meal.
The creamy filling, smoky bacon, crunchy almonds, and buttery Ritz topping make this Shortcut Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole a timeless comfort food recipe that everyone at the table will love.
