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Recipe Index » Recipes » Hot Potato Chip Chicken Salad Casserole

Hot Potato Chip Chicken Salad Casserole

Published by Meaghan on September 7, 2022 | last updated on September 10, 2022.

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Hot potato chip chicken salad casserole is a cozy way to warm up this lunch time classic. Creamy chicken salad gets topped with crunchy potato chips and baked for a comforting warm lunch or dinner any chilly day.

a hot chicken salad sandwich on a wooden cutting board

Chicken salad sandwiches are a staple in our house.

Everyone loves them and I love making a batch to have all week for lunch.

However, chicken salad is decidedly better in the warmer weather when it feels refreshing.

Once the temperature dips, my Southern blood needs food to warm me up.

Like this chicken salad casserole.

a hot chicken salad sandwich on a wooden cutting board

It’s essentially a classic chicken salad but with a few differences.

First, cheddar cheese gets mixed into the whole thing.

Second, it all gets baked and served warm.

And lastly, the whole casserole gets topped with a hearty amount of crunchy potato chips.

a serving spoon digging into a bowl of hot potato chip chicken salad casserole

Ingredients

To make this you’ll need:

  • Chicken– You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover roast chicken. Just make sure the chicken you use is already cooked.
  • Vegetables– Diced celery and finely diced red onion
  • Almonds– Slivered. These are optional and you could either skip them or substitute something like chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Lemon juice– Fresh is best
  • Mayonnaise– Real mayo not mayonnaise style dressing or low fat mayonnaise.
  • Cheese– Grated sharp cheddar
  • Potato chips– Plain chips crushed.

a serving spoon digging into a bowl of hot potato chip chicken salad casserole

How to Make Hot Chicken Salad

This warm chicken salad casserole is so easy to make!

Just add all of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl, except for the chips.

Stir the ingredients together to evenly combine.

Then spray a 9×9″ baking dish with non stick cooking spray.

Transfer the chicken salad mixture to the dish, spreading the mixture out evenly.

Sprinkle the potato chips out evenly over the mixture.

Bake the casserole at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until it bubbles.

Spoon the warm mixture onto rolls and serve.

Enjoy!

a hand holding up a cheesy hot chicken salad sandwich on a pretzel bun

What Bread Is Best For Potato Chip Chicken Salad Sandwiches?

We love serving this hot chicken salad on pretzel buns– they pair perfectly together. The sturdy pretzel buns hold up well to the warm creamy & cheesy chicken salad.

They’re also really good when made using fresh, flaky croissant rolls. You can never go wrong pairing chicken salad with a buttery croissant.

If you don’t have either of these fancier options, regular sandwich bread will always work.

I do suggest toasting the slices though as it will help them hold up to a hearty chicken salad and not get soggy before you’ve had a chance to finish enjoying your meal.

Storing Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Enjoy the leftovers cold or reheat them in the oven until warmed through.

hot potato chip chicken salad casserole on a pretzel bun sandwich

Tips and Tricks

  • You can omit any of the ingredients like celery, onions, or almonds if you don’t care for them.
  • Don’t skip the lemon juice! It adds a nice tangy freshness to the dish.
  • While the recipe calls for plain chips, cheddar potato chips would also work in this.
  • Don’t have chips? Use french fried onions instead.

two hot potato chip chicken salad casserole sandwiches on pretzel buns

Other Chicken Salad Recipes

Hot potato chip chicken salad casserole is one of our favorite ways to enjoy this dish in the cooler months. Make it and enjoy!

Looking for other chicken salad recipes? Try these:

  • Buffalo Ranch Chicken Salad
  • Lemon Tarragon Chopped Chicken Salad
  • Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
  • Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad
  • Tex Mex Chicken Salad
  • Curried Chicken Salad with Grapes & Pecans

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a hot chicken salad sandwich on a wooden cutting board

Hot Potato Chip Chicken Salad Casserole

Hot potato chip chicken salad casserole is a cozy way to warm up this lunch time classic. Creamy chicken salad gets topped with crunchy potato chips and baked for a comforting warm lunch or dinner any chilly day.
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Course: Appetizer, Brunch, Casserole, Lunch, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 390kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rostisserie chicken rouchly chopped
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar
  • 2/3 cup crushed potato chips
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Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl, except the chips. Stir them to evenly combine.
  • Spray a 9x9" baking dish with non stick cooking spray. Use a spatula to transfer the chicken salad mixture. Again, use the spatula to spread the mixture out evenly into the dish.
  • Sprinkle the potato chips out evenly over the mixture.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes, or until bubbly.
  • Spoon the warm mixture onto rolls, and serve.

Notes

  • You can omit any of the ingredients like celery, onions, or almonds if you don't care for them.
  • Don't skip the lemon juice! It adds a nice tangy freshness to the dish.
  • While the recipe calls for plain chips, cheddar potato chips would also work in this.
  • Don't have chips? Use french fried onions instead.

Nutrition

Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 475mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 256IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 1mg
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recipe originally published January 8, 2017

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  1. Quinn Caudill says

    January 9, 2017 at 7:13 am

    I love those extra hours of sleep. Great combination of flavors! Thanks for sharing with us at Fiesta Friday. Happy FF! Pinned!

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  2. The Reading Residence says

    January 12, 2017 at 5:42 am

    This looks delicious, thank you! I’ve pinned, will have to give it a go.

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    • 4sonsrus says

      January 12, 2017 at 5:38 pm

      Thanks, I’m so glad you liked it.

      Reply
  3. Colleen says

    January 13, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    All the good stuff on one sandwich…love it! Happy Fiesta Friday!

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    • Tammy Carrara says

      June 30, 2021 at 7:59 am

      Could I replace the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt for my family w/ a dairy issue??

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      • 4sonsrus says

        June 30, 2021 at 11:50 am

        I haven’t done it, but I don’t see why not.

        Reply
  4. Heather @ Sugar Dish Me says

    January 13, 2017 at 5:46 pm

    I am SO HAPPY you put potato chips in the casserole. LOVE.

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  5. Mary says

    January 16, 2017 at 1:38 pm

    One word – YUMMMMM!!! Thank you so much for sharing this with all of us at weekend Potluck!

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  6. Lydia says

    January 26, 2017 at 10:49 am

    Mmm Mmmm
    This sounds amazing!
    Will have to give it a try, i know my hubby will love it.

    Reply
  7. angie toone says

    January 28, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    This is one of my favorite 1950s recipes 🙂

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    • jeaniek says

      May 11, 2018 at 3:34 pm

      I remember it from the 60’s, and never thought to make some kind of sandwich of it as shown here. Potato chips going on the grocery list now.

      Reply
  8. Charita Martin says

    April 1, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    This is he best hot chicken salad casserole I’ve ever had

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    • 4sonsrus says

      April 1, 2017 at 6:02 pm

      Thanks, Charita. We completely agree with you!

      Reply
  9. Barbara says

    April 10, 2018 at 2:31 pm

    My mother-in-law gave this recipe to me in 1968…..just after we were married. I have been making it since then. VERY popular with the entire family and those with whom we have shared it. Delicious….I usually make it in a casserole……but those pretzel rolls look great…will do that next time.

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    • 4sonsrus says

      April 10, 2018 at 5:59 pm

      I had no idea it went that far back, Barbara! Yes, everyone we’ve ever served it for has fallen in love with it. Definitely give it a try with pretzel buns!!

      Reply

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