HEARTY CHICKEN STRATA

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My great-grandparents made this traditional Amish recipe on Sundays when they had company, and it's still one of my family's favorite dishes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch Dinner

Time 1h55m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

10 cups bread cubes (1/2-inch cubes)
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup diced potatoes
1 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
4 cups milk
2 cups chicken broth
5 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 to 2 jars (12 ounces each) chicken gravy, warmed, optional

Steps:

Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on several ungreased large baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 20-30 minutes until golden brown and crisp. , Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the chicken, potatoes, celery, carrots and parsley. In another large bowl, combine the milk, broth, eggs, butter, salt and pepper. Pour over bread mixture; toss to coat. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes; stir. Bake 45 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve with gravy if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 553mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.