Chicken Salad Bake

Servings: 3 Difficulty: Intermediate
A creamy, comforting casserole with tender chicken and crisp vegetables
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This Chicken Salad Bake transforms classic picnic flavors into a warm, comforting casserole. It features tender cooked chicken mixed with crisp celery and sweet onions, bound together by a rich sauce of mayonnaise and milk. The dish offers a delightful contrast of textures, with the creamy interior and a slightly golden top. It is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or using up leftover rotisserie chicken. Simple to assemble and baked until bubbly, this recipe delivers a nostalgic, home-style meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

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Chicken Salad Bake

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 3 Calories: 752.5

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This Chicken Salad Bake transforms classic picnic flavors into a warm, comforting casserole. It features tender cooked chicken mixed with crisp celery and sweet onions, bound together by a rich sauce of mayonnaise and milk. The dish offers a delightful contrast of textures, with the creamy interior and a slightly golden top. It is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or using up leftover rotisserie chicken. Simple to assemble and baked until bubbly, this recipe delivers a nostalgic, home-style meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and sliced celery to the skillet and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and let the vegetables cool slightly.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, mayonnaise, milk, and lemon juice.
  6. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste and stir until well combined.
  7. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the mixture is heated through and bubbly.
  9. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3


Amount Per Serving
Calories 752.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 77.7g120%
Saturated Fat 16.3g82%
Cholesterol 38.6mg13%
Sodium 491.2mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 10.2g4%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 6.8g
Protein 4.9g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, bake, casserole, salad, mayonnaise, celery, onion, comfort food, dinner, easy, homestyle, creamy, leftover chicken, potluck, family meal, oven-baked, side dish, main course, quick, simple
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