Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/6 checked
6
servings
2.5 lb

Chicken

cut in serving pieces

0.75 cup

California white dinner wine

0.5 cup

Almonds

sliced

1 can

Cream of mushroom soup

1 can

Cream of celery soup

1 cup

Cheddar cheese

grated

Step 1
~20 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2
~20 min

In a large, shallow baking dish, combine cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup, grated Cheddar cheese, and California white dinner wine.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~20 min

Add chicken pieces to the baking dish, placing them bone side down.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~20 min

Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~20 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 2 1/2 hours.

Step 6
~20 min

Remove the foil from the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~20 min

Sprinkle sliced almonds evenly over the chicken.

Step 8
~20 min

Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the almonds are golden brown.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~20 min

Serve hot with rice or mashed potatoes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the wine for 30 minutes before baking.

Toast the almonds before adding them to the dish for a richer flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of green beans or asparagus.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed Potatoes
Rice
Green Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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