There aren’t enough hours in the days preceding the holidays and life can be so much easier if we have a casserole in the fridge that’s ready to go into the oven at dinner time. This is always a favorite and is delicious made with leftover turkey instead of chicken. My mother-in-law shared this recipe many, many, many years ago and I make it often because most of the ingredients are staples in my cupboard and fridge and I always know that everyone at the table will enjoy it.
I simmered carrots until barely fork tender, drained them well and tossed them with a little butter, honey and orange zest and served them with the casserole. It was delish.
Hot Chicken Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite sized pieces
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced onion
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 hard cooked eggs, diced
- 3/4 cup rice
- crushed potato chips
Cook the rice according to package directions. Combine chicken soup and mayonnaise. Mix well and add celery, onion, almonds, salt and lemon juice. Mix in rice until well combined and then stir in diced egg. Top with crushed potato chips and back at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes until nicely browned and bubbly.
I often double the recipe because this reheats well and makes a nice lunch the next day.
I think I would LOVE this:)Honestly! I make one thing w/ canned soup.. a casserole..and I like it..it's got rice in it too..
The chips?:) Too fun!
Hot chicken salad is a yum! I have my mother's recipe which she served whenever the "ladies" came for lunch. Hers, however, doesn't have rice so I'll have to try this one.
I haven't had hot chicken salad. You are right. Trying to keep ahead of the game is tough this time of year. This would be so easy and sounds delicious.
This looks really good Cathy! simple n all the ingredients are right here in my cupboard…im bookmarking this. thanks :))
This sounds great! I've never had hot chicken salad.
This looks delicious – I can understand why you would double the recipe!!
Oh this sounds lovely! I never thought of having it hot!! And yes, casseroles hanging around right now are perfect.
Yeah, looks so good! I am drooling.
YUM! I used to make something like this for my kids when they were younger… Minus the eggs.
They devoured it!! I will definitely try this one!
I'm still using leftover turkey. I'm always on the hunt for new ways to serve it. Thank you, Cathy!!
This does sound like a delicious trip down memory lane. A path that I would like to follow during this hectic season 🙂 Thanks so much for the recipe, Cathy!
ok this sounds really good, its on my list for yummy comfort food!
Great idea to make this ahead and just pop it in the oven later!
what a delicious idea, i love the ingredients. i also love those carrots on the side!
Cathy, thanks for a great classic! You are so right about needing something to fix for dinner or an impromptu weekend luncheon and this casserole is always a hit. Love the way you prepared your carrots, also… very child friendly. Many thanks…
I looks I would love this..it looks delicious!
A perfect dinner after a hectic day preparing for the holidays!
Love the idea of putting orange zest with the carrots!! I'll have to do that the next time I make carrots.
Love the idea of this casserole too! 😀 Thanks for sharing.
This sounds good to me. It's perfect for busy days.
Hi there – and it's so nice to meet another Oregonian! In fact, my giveaway today, the gal lives in Portland and is a friend of mine. Anyway, back to food, my Mom always made this recipe! Brings back great memories.
Sandy
Yummy! I could make this ahead and toss it in the oven at the last possible moment.
This casserole is perfect for this FREEZING weather we are having – it looks delicious Cathy.
Casseroles are so amazing, aren't they? You gotta love a dinner that just needs some oven time at the end of the day.
Great warming dish!
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Sounds easy and delicious. I need to make this soon.
Casseroles are so comforting! Looks so good!
I would love this waiting for me to heat up and enjoy.
Yum! That's my kind of salad.
Cathy, I just saw that you are now following me, and right back at ya'! Your blog is like a wonderful, illustrated cookbook! It is wonderful! I see about a dozen things I want to make right away! I'm so glad I found you!
Yvonne
Mmmm super delicious! Love this kind of cozy meal!