Almond Chicken Casserole II

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Mayonnaise and soup stirred into cooked chicken breast and rice with a little onion/celery saute, then topped with slivered almonds and cereal crumbs. Fantastic casserole. This recipe was catered in for my sister's wedding. Everyone wanted the recipe, it is sooo good!

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked long-grain rice

  • ½ tablespoon butter

  • 4 tablespoons chopped onion

  • 2 cups diced celery

  • 3 cups cooked, chopped chicken breast meat

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup

  • ½ cup blanched slivered almonds

  • 1 cup crushed cornflake crumbs

  • 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

  1. In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Set aside. Melt 1/2 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium heat; saute onion and celery until soft.

  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. Combine the chicken, rice, onion and celery in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stir in mayonnaise and soup, then almonds. Top with crushed cornflakes and 2 tablespoons butter.

  4. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

413 Calories
22g Fat
37g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 413
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 386mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 37g 13%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 16g 31%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 39mg 3%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 217mg 5%

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

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.