Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 cup

chicken, cooked and diced

cooked and diced

2 cup

celery

1 tbsp

onion

chopped

1 jar

pimiento

2 tbsp

lemon juice

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 can

cream of chicken soup

0.67 cup

mayonnaise

1 cup

Cheddar cheese

grated

0.67 cup

almonds

toasted

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

In a large bowl, combine diced cooked chicken, celery, chopped onion, pimiento, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~5 min

Add cream of chicken soup and mayonnaise to the bowl and mix well until all ingredients are combined.

Step 4
~5 min

Stir in the grated Cheddar cheese.

Step 5
~5 min

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~5 min

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.

Step 7
~5 min

Sprinkle toasted almonds on top during the last 5 minutes of baking.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~5 min

Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.

Make ahead and refrigerate before baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with crackers or bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Crackers
Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food staple.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Potluck
Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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