Hot Chicken Salad Casserole

Warm, creamy, and irresistibly comforting, this Hot Chicken Salad Casserole is a must-try for your next family meal or potluck. It combines tender chunks of cooked chicken, crunchy celery, and fluffy rice in a luscious blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and tangy lemon juice. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a crave-worthy layer of crispy French fried onions and slivered almonds, this baked casserole delivers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the perfect make-ahead dish for busy weeknights, offering six generous servings of deliciousness. Pair with a simple side salad or steamed veggies, and enjoy a comforting meal that's as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Keywords: Hot Chicken Salad Casserole Recipe, creamy chicken casserole, easy dinner casserole, baked chicken casserole with crunchy topping.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup Celery
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Slivered almonds
• 1 cup Canned French fried onions
• 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

Chop the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and dice the celery into small pieces.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, celery, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well until everything is coated evenly.

Step 4

Stir in the cooked rice to the mixture, ensuring that it is evenly distributed throughout.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix together the slivered almonds and French fried onions. Evenly distribute this mixture over the top of the casserole for a crunchy topping.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Hot Chicken Salad Casserole with a crisp side salad or steamed vegetables!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1516.2 grams (1516.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4683

Total Fat 362.00g	464%
Saturated Fat 100.50g	503%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 905mg	302%
Sodium 5421mg	236%
Total Carbohydrate 131.40g	48%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 12.00g
Protein 236.40g	473%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1611mg	124%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 1013mg	22%

*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: 68.9%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 11.1%