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Classic Hot Chicken Salad Casserole

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Make this easy, creamy Hot Chicken Salad Casserole for a comforting meal. It features tender chicken, a rich sauce, and a crispy cracker topping, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz) or potato chips
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped celery, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix these ingredients until everything is well combined and creamy.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the chicken mixture.
  5. In a small bowl, toss the crushed crackers or chips with the melted butter. Sprinkle this buttery topping evenly over the cheese layer.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before you serve it warm.

Notes

  • You can prepare this cheesy chicken casserole ahead of time; cover and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Add the topping just before it goes into the oven.
  • For a different texture, substitute potato chips for crackers in the topping.
  • This dish works well as a simple chicken potluck idea when doubled and baked in a 9×13 inch dish.

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