Crunchy Chicken Casserole  | 
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                                            Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 8  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    The water chestnuts and sliced almonds gives this dish a nice  crunch . I cook the chicken and rice the day before I plan to serve. Then the next day, I just throw it all together and bake. Serve this casserole with a side dish of cooked broccoli. Makes a wonderful meal. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1 cup chopped celery  |  
                                                1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine  |  
                                                3 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts  |  
                                                1 1/2 cups cooked rice  |  
                                                1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted  |  
                                                3/4 cup mayonnaise (not miracle whip)  |  
                                                1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained (cut each water chestnut slice into quarters if you prefer them in smaller pieces)  |  
                                                1/2 cup sliced almonds  |  
                                                2 tablespoons chopped onions  |  
                                                salt & pepper  |  
                                                1 tablespoon melted butter or 1 tablespoon margarine  |  
                                                1/2 cup crushed corn flakes  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a skillet, saute' the celery in butter until tender. 2. Remove from heat and add the next 8 ingredients. 3. Spoon into an ungreased 2 1/2 quart baking dish. 4. Combine melted butter& cornflakes. 5. Sprinkle on top. 6. Bake 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.                              | 
                         
                         
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