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A spoonful of creamy chicken casserole being lifted from a baking dish, showcasing the rich texture of the sauce and tender chicken.

Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole: The Ultimate Copycat Recipe

Recreate the iconic Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole at home with this easy copycat recipe. This creamy, savory dish features tender chicken, a rich sauce, and a crunchy almond topping, making it a perfect comfort food classic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 4 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup celery finely diced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Topping
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs panko or regular
  • 4 tbsp butter melted

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Stir well until everything is fully combined.
  3. Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out in an even layer.
  4. In a separate small bowl, mix together the slivered almonds, breadcrumbs, and melted butter until the dry ingredients are completely coated.
  5. Sprinkle the almond and breadcrumb topping evenly over the casserole.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before mixing them with the topping ingredients.
A rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut for this recipe and adds delicious flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.