Toasting the almonds enhances their flavor and adds a pleasant crunch to the salad. Feel free to substitute other cheeses, such as Swiss or Gruyere, for the cheddar cheese. For a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the chicken mixture. This dish can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10-15 minutes to baking time if baking from cold.
Easy Hot Chicken Salad
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING7 People
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VIEWS57
Transform leftover cooked chicken into a comforting and crowd-pleasing hot dish. This creamy and tangy chicken salad, studded with celery and almonds, is baked to golden perfection with a crispy cornflake topping. Perfect for a potluck or a cozy weeknight dinner!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate16 g
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Cholesterol104 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium574 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat51 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. (5 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, toasted almonds, mayonnaise, sour cream, cheddar cheese, lemon juice, and sweet onion. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed. (10 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it in an even layer. (2 minutes)
04
Step
45 mins
In a separate small bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes with the melted butter. Toss to coat evenly. (3 minutes)
05
StepSprinkle the buttered cornflakes evenly over the chicken mixture. (2 minutes)
06
StepBake in the preheated oven until golden brown and heated through, approximately 45 to 60 minutes. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. (60 minutes)
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Gregorio Hahn
Jun 23, 2025I added a little hot sauce for some extra heat and it was amazing!
Jena Mcglynn
Jun 1, 2025The cornflake topping adds the perfect amount of crunch.
Rebeca Krajcik
May 16, 2025My family devoured this! It's a new favorite.
Kennedy King
May 1, 2025I brought this to a potluck and it was gone in minutes!
Lexi Goyette
Apr 21, 2025So easy to make and incredibly delicious.
Caroline Bailey
Nov 6, 2024This recipe is a keeper!