Hot Chicken Salad Casserole
There’s nothing quite like a classic casserole to warm up your evening, and this old-fashioned hot chicken salad casserole is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. It’s a recipe that’s been passed down for generations and is sure to bring back fond memories of home-cooked meals. This casserole is easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and is perfect for feeding a crowd.
To start off, you’ll need to gather your ingredients. You’ll need cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, lemon juice, dijon mustard, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, green onions, celery, green pepper, frozen peas, shredded cheddar cheese, slivered almonds, and French fried onions. The total preparation time for this recipe is 15 minutes and cooking time is 30 minutes, making it a quick and easy option for busy weeknights.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, lemon juice, dijon mustard, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper, and mix together. Then, add the cooked chicken, green onions, celery, green pepper, peas, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and mix everything together. Gently stir in the French fried onions and almonds, making sure everything is combined. Be sure to save some French fried onions to sprinkle on top of the casserole later.
Hot Chicken Salad Casserole
PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 30 minutes
oven temperature 375°F
SERVINGS: 6 SERVINGS
Ingredients:
4 cups cooked chicken, diced
1 (10 ½ oz) can condensed Cream of Chicken Soup, undiluted
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup celery, thinly sliced
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1 (10 oz) package frozen peas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup slivered almonds, chopped
1 (6 oz) can French Fried Onions
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl combine the condensed Cream of Chicken Soup, lemon juice, dijon mustard, mayonnaise, salt and pepper, mix together. Add the cooked chicken, green onions, celery, green pepper, peas, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese, mix together. Gently stir in the French Fried Onions and almonds, mix until combined. Save some onions to sprinkle on top.
- Spoon mixture into a large casserole baking dish, sprinkle with remaining 1 cup of cheese and French Fried Onions. Cover with foil (spray the underside of the foil with non-stick cooking spray to keep the cheese from sticking to the foil) and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Next, spoon the mixture into a large casserole baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of cheese and French fried onions. Cover the dish with foil, and make sure to spray the underside of the foil with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the cheese from sticking. Bake the casserole at 375°F for 30 minutes or until it’s hot and bubbly.
The end result is a delicious and satisfying casserole that’s perfect for dinner. The combination of tender chicken, creamy soup, and crunchy toppings is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, this recipe is versatile, so feel free to add your own favorite veggies or toppings to make it your own.
This old-fashioned hot chicken salad casserole is a classic recipe that’s perfect for a quick and easy dinner. It’s comforting, delicious, and sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Give it a try and enjoy a taste of nostalgia with every bite!