Hot Chicken or Turkey Salad

Transform your leftover poultry into a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish with this Hot Chicken or Turkey Salad recipe! Packed with tender shredded chicken or turkey, crisp celery, and savory onions, this baked delight is coated in a creamy blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice for tangy, rich flavor. The addition of sharp cheddar cheese and crunchy slivered almonds takes it to the next level, while a golden, buttery panko breadcrumb topping adds the perfect crispy finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this comforting casserole is ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it warm alongside fresh mixed greens or crusty bread for a balanced, satisfying meal. Keywords: Hot Chicken Salad, Turkey Casserole, Creamy Chicken Bake, Panko Topping Recipe, Easy Leftover Turkey Ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken or turkey (shredded or diced)
• 1 cup celery (diced)
• 0.5 cup onion (finely diced)
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 cup slivered almonds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken or turkey, diced celery, and onion.

Step 3

In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken or turkey mixture and stir until evenly coated.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and slivered almonds.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the panko breadcrumbs until the crumbs are moistened.

Step 8

Sprinkle the buttered panko breadcrumbs over the top of the chicken or turkey mixture.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the salad is bubbling around the edges.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with a side of mixed greens or crusty bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1280.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3076.9

Total Fat 220.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 746.0mg	0%
Sodium 3065.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 197.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1282.3mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 2766.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.8%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 10.9%