Hot Chicken Salad
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Hot Chicken Salad. Creamy, cheesy, and topped with crunchy crackers, it’s the perfect easy weeknight dinner. Whip this up tonight for a meal that’s sure to please!
Equipment
- Baking Dish (9×13)
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken breasts cooked and chopped
- 1 cup celery diced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350º F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except for the butter and Ritz crackers. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Spread evenly.
- Crush the Ritz crackers and sprinkle on top of the mixture. Top with pats of butter.
- Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes until lightly browned.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm as a main dish or side.
Notes
- Storage: Cool and wrap tightly. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat and serve.
- Freezing: Prepare the mixture and spread it into a freezer-safe baking dish. Wrap tight and store in the freezer for up to 4 months. Thaw overnight before baking.