This is similiar to others, but this one incorporates almonds for some added crunch! You can make and freeze the casserole ahead, or make two small casseroles.
Provided by Peggy V.
Categories Poultry
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 casserole, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Prepare rice mixes according to package directions. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add celery and onion. Saute 10 minutes or until tender. Stir in water chestnuts, rice, chicken, 3 cups cheese, and next 5 ingredients.
- Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 15x10 baking dish or a 4 quart baking dish. Top casserole with breadcumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese and almonds; bake 5 more minutes.
- You can divide this casserole evenly between 2 11x7 baking dishes. Bake as directed above or freeze casserole up to 1 month. Remove form freezer, and let stand at room temperature 1 hour. Bake, covered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover casserole, and bake 55 more minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese adn almonds, and bake 5 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.8, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 17, Cholesterol 128.5, Sodium 561.4, Carbohydrate 15.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 33.6
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