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Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole

A comforting casserole with tender, shredded chicken in a creamy, cheesy blend, topped with crispy Ritz crackers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Let it sit at room temp for a bit
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise For that extra creaminess
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced Gives it a nice bite
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Feel free to adjust if you love garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 sleeves crushed Ritz crackers The star of the topping
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, along with salt and pepper. Mix until it's beautifully blended.
  3. Gently fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and green onions.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter.
  6. Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture generously over the chicken layer.
Baking
  1. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  2. Once done, let it rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a lighter version, consider Greek yogurt instead of sour cream or mayonnaise. A bit of rotisserie chicken can save you time too! Serve with a simple side salad or roasted vegetables.

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