Hot Chicken Salad Most Requested
Discover why "Hot Chicken Salad Most Requested" has earned its name with this irresistible comfort food classic. This creamy casserole combines tender chicken, crunchy celery, and savory onions, all coated in a rich blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and sharp cheddar cheese. A touch of lemon juice brightens the dish, while sliced almonds add a delightful crunch. The pièce de résistance? A golden, crispy topping made from crushed potato chips that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or cozy gatherings, this easy 40-minute recipe serves up warm, satisfying flavors in every bite. Bake it to golden perfection and watch it become your household’s most requested dish!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 2 cups Potato chips, crushed
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, and onion.
Step 3
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until fully blended.
Step 4
Pour the dressing mixture into the large bowl with the chicken and vegetables. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5
Fold in the sliced almonds gently to distribute them throughout the mixture.
Step 6
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Step 7
Sprinkle the crushed potato chips over the top of the chicken salad mixture to create a crispy topping.
Step 8
Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the dish is heated through.
Step 9
Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, crispy, hot chicken salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1835.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5120.8 |
| Total Fat 367.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 100.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1141.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4498.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 160.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.3g | |
| Protein 301.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2197.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4697.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories