CRISPY HOT CHICKEN SALAD

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Creamy veggies and chicken topped with potato chip crunch? Your whole family just might swoon. I make this delicious meal for mine often. Bonus: The prep is quick and easy! -Bernice Knutson, Danbury, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) frozen diced cooked chicken breast, thawed
2 cups thinly sliced celery
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup chopped almonds
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups crushed potato chips

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, water chestnuts, almonds, green pepper, pimientos, onion and 1/3 cup cheese. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice and salt. Stir into chicken mixture and toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. , Sprinkle with potato chips and remaining cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 826 calories, Fat 68g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1021mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein.