Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole
A nostalgic and satisfying chicken casserole that’s easy to prepare, featuring tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and crunchy toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free options)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (divided)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups yellow cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1.5 cups buttery crackers (crushed)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until golden.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking continually to avoid lumps.
- Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in half of the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder until melted and smooth.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, sauce, and chopped parsley in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- Top with the remaining cheddar cheese, crushed crackers, sliced almonds, and the rest of the melted butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
This casserole pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg