Description
This Crispy Hot Chicken Salad Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender shredded chicken, creamy mayonnaise and sour cream, mixed vegetables, and cheddar cheese. Topped with a golden, crispy fried onion crust, it’s baked to perfection for a satisfying meal that is perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 package (10 oz) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups crushed crispy fried onions (like French’s)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish to prepare it for baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, sour cream, thawed mixed vegetables, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped celery, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir all ingredients thoroughly to ensure an even mixture.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the combined mixture into the greased casserole dish and spread it evenly across the bottom for uniform cooking.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed crispy fried onions with the melted butter to create a buttery, crunchy topping.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the onion and butter mixture evenly over the top of the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.
- Bake: Place the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through completely.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving to ensure it sets nicely and is safe to eat.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Feel free to use fresh vegetables if preferred, just lightly steam them before mixing.
- For a lower-fat version, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt and use light mayonnaise.
- The crispy fried onions added last provide a delightful texture contrast to the creamy mixture.
- This casserole is great for reheating and makes excellent leftovers.
