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Hot Chicken Salad Recipe

Overview:

• Name: Hot Chicken Salad
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Category: One Dish Meal
• Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, Beginner Cook, < 4 Hours, Easy
• Calories: 131.1 per serving
• Nutritional Information:
  • Fat: 9.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Cholesterol: 4.1mg
  • Sodium: 573.6mg
  • Carbohydrates: 9.9g
  • Fiber: 1.9g
  • Sugar: 2.4g
  • Protein: 3.1g

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts
• 1 1/2 cups celery, diced
• 1/2 cup water chestnuts, sliced
• 3 onions, chopped
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 can cream of chicken soup

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

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2. Prepare Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except for the cream of chicken soup.

3. Layer in Dish: Transfer the mixture into a 2-quart baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

4. Add Cream of Chicken Soup: Pour the undiluted cream of chicken soup over the top of the mixture in the baking dish, ensuring it covers the entire surface without mixing.

5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.

6. Add Crunchy Topping: During the last 15 minutes of baking, you have the option to add your favorite crunchy topping. For example, you can sprinkle crushed potato chips or crushed Ritz crackers over the top.

7. Cheese Option: Alternatively, you can top the dish with grated cheese for extra flavor.

8. Serve: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious Hot Chicken Salad!

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings, and its simple preparation makes it ideal for beginner cooks. With its flavorful combination of chicken, vegetables, and crunchy toppings, it’s sure to become a family favorite!