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Hot Chicken Salad Recipe

This rich and creamy chicken salad would be a welcome addition to any buffet table. "This salad is among my family's favorite casseroles," notes Eleanor Hein of Kirkland, Illinois. "It's great for potlucks."

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6 Servings
Prep: 20 min. Bake: 30 min.

Ingredients

3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cup chopped celery
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and coarsely chopped
1 cup seasoned salad croutons
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

In a large bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, onion and salt until smooth. Stir in the chicken, celery, water chestnuts, croutons and almonds.
Spoon into a greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes.
Combine bread crumbs and butter; stir in cheese. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted. Yield: 6 servings.

Lighter version: Makeover Hot Chicken Salad

Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 576 calories, 42 g fat (13 g saturated fat), 110 mg cholesterol, 682 mg sodium, 17 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 29 g protein.

Hot Chicken Salad published in Light & Tasty August/September 2006

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