SAUCY CHICKEN SQUARES

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When I serve a meal that's considered good by all eight members of my family, I call that recipe a winner. These chicken squares with mushroom sauce passed the test.-Irene Burkholder, Leola, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 cups soft bread crumbs
2 cups chicken broth
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 celery rib, chopped
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup cooked rice
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/3 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% milk

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, broth, eggs, celery, pimientos, onion, salt and poultry seasoning. Stir in the chicken and rice., Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute mushrooms in butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cut chicken casserole into squares. Serve with mushroom sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 180mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.