Hot Chicken Salad

A creamy, comforting baked chicken casserole loaded with tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, toasted almonds, and a crispy potato chip topping. This nostalgic dish is rich, savory, and perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Rest Time 10

Total Time 50

Course Casseroles, Comfort Food, Family Favorites, Main Course, Potluck Recipes

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 470 kcal

Ingredients

3 cups cooked chicken cubed or shredded
1 cup celery chopped
1/2 cup green pepper chopped
4 oz pimentos drained
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
10.5 oz cream of chicken soup undiluted
1/2 tsp salt
2-3 cups potato chips crushed
1/2-3/4 cup cheddar cheese shredded
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, green pepper, pimentos, lemon juice, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, cream of chicken soup, and salt.
Mix thoroughly until evenly combined, then spread mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Spread crushed potato chips over the cheese layer, then top with slivered almonds.
Bake for 30 minutes, until hot and bubbly with a golden topping.
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken works perfectly in this recipe. Serve with a green salad or fresh rolls for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcal

Keyword baked chicken dish, chicken casserole, comfort food, hot chicken salad, potato chip topping

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