Grandmother's Hot Chicken Salad
Turn back time with "Grandmother's Hot Chicken Salad," a comforting, retro-inspired casserole that’s irresistibly creamy, cheesy, and crunchy. This classic dish combines tender chunks of cooked chicken, crisp celery, and a rich blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese, all brightened with a splash of lemon juice. Finely diced onions and sliced almonds add texture and depth, while a golden topping of crushed potato chips brings the perfect crispy contrast. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight meals or nostalgic family gatherings. Serve it warm as a hearty main dish, paired with a fresh salad or fluffy dinner rolls for an unforgettable, homestyle experience.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken
- 1 cup Celery, diced
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 1 cup Potato chips, crushed
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced celery, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, lemon juice, finely diced onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Step 3
Gently fold in the sliced almonds, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 4
Transfer the chicken mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 5
Top the mixture with the crushed potato chips, ensuring a crunchy layer across the entire dish.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Step 7
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 8
Serve warm as a main dish or pair with a fresh green salad or dinner rolls for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1600.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4854.4 |
| Total Fat 382.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 90.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1039.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4753.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 117.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.5g | |
| Protein 246.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1358.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3588.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories