This Crowd Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or feeding a large family. It features tender diced chicken mixed with creamy sour cream and mayonnaise, crunchy celery, and briny olives. The dish is topped with crushed potato chips and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. The flavors are rich, savory, and satisfying without being overly complex. It&# 226;ÂÂs a classic American-style bake that comes together quickly, making it an ideal choice when you need a reliable, crowd-pleasing main dish that tastes homemade but requires minimal fuss.
Crowd Chicken Casserole
Description
This Crowd Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or feeding a large family. It features tender diced chicken mixed with creamy sour cream and mayonnaise, crunchy celery, and briny olives. The dish is topped with crushed potato chips and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. The flavors are rich, savory, and satisfying without being overly complex. It&# 226;ÂÂs a classic American-style bake that comes together quickly, making it an ideal choice when you need a reliable, crowd-pleasing main dish that tastes homemade but requires minimal fuss.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 13x9-inch baking dishes.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, chopped celery, green chilies, sliced olives, slivered almonds, and 2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
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Pour the mayonnaise mixture into the chicken bowl and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into the two prepared baking dishes.
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Sprinkle the crushed potato chips evenly over the top of the chicken mixture in both dishes.
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Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
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Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the topping is golden and crispy.
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Let cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set slightly.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1538.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 73.2g113%
- Saturated Fat 19.8g99%
- Cholesterol 534.0mg178%
- Sodium 710.0mg30%
- Total Carbohydrate 22.6g8%
- Dietary Fiber 10.5g42%
- Sugars 9.9g
- Protein 166.8g334%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
