Best 12 Chicken And Water Chestnut Casserole Recipes

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Get ready to delight your taste buds with the delectable combination of tender chicken, crunchy water chestnuts, and a creamy sauce in this delightful chicken and water chestnut casserole. This classic dish is not only a culinary masterpiece but also a delightful journey for your senses. Let's embark on a journey to find the perfect recipe that will elevate your dinner table and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CRUNCHY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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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.

Provided by Merlot

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

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

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute' the celery in butter until tender.
  • Remove from heat and add the next 8 ingredients.
  • Spoon into an ungreased 2 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Combine melted butter& cornflakes.
  • Sprinkle on top.
  • Bake 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

CRUNCHY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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My 96-year-old mother wanted me to share her favorite recipe with Reminisce readers. I hope you enjoy it as much as our family does.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts; drained
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons chopped onion
Salt and pepper to taste
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
Sliced almonds, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute celery in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; add the next nine ingredients. Spoon into an ungreased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Combine melted butter and cornflakes; sprinkle on top of casserole. Sprinkle with almonds if desired. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 27g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 516mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CHICKEN SPECTACULAR



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A very good casserole that makes a lot. This dish also freezes well, so it's great to make ahead and warm up later!

Provided by JODI.C

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups water
1 cup uncooked wild rice
3 cups cooked, cubed chicken breast meat
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
1 onion, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans French-style green beans, drained
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup water chestnuts, drained and chopped
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine water and wild rice in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 50 minutes, or until tender.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, toss together the cooked rice, chicken, cream of celery soup, pimentos, onion, green beans, mayonnaise, water chestnuts, salt, and pepper. Transfer to a 3 quart casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 47.4 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 776 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

HOT CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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A warm, flavor-filled dish that can be prepared far in advance. A good pick for large groups, or small dish that's not too heavy of a dinner. It can also be varied in several ways. This dish does not need to be cooked and can be served cold.

Provided by TINK75

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup chopped celery
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
½ cup slivered toasted almonds
1 (2 ounce) jar chopped pimento peppers
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup grated Cheddar cheese
½ cup crumbled French fried onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine chicken, mayonnaise, celery, water chestnuts, almonds, pimento peppers, dried onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a 2-quart casserole dish. Top with Cheddar cheese and French fried onions.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 50.3 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 684.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHICKEN WATER CHESTNUT CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.2/5)



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Provided by á-46330

Number Of Ingredients 12

3cups3 cups diced, cooked chicken (2 large breasts)
22 celery stalks, finely chopped (ADD AFTER BAKING)
1(8 oz.) can1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/3cup1/3 cup sliced almonds
1(2 oz.) jar1 (2 oz.) jar pimentos, undrained
1tbsp.1 tbsp. onion, minced
3/4cup3/4 cup mayonnaise
2tbsp.2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2tsp.1/2 tsp. salt
1tsp.1 tsp. black pepper
1cup1 cup (2 oz.) canned French fried onions
6oz.6 oz. shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease 11x7 baking dish. Combine chicken, celery, water chestnuts, almonds, pimentos, onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper in large bowl and mix well. Place in prepared dish and top with French fried onions and cheese. Bake uncovered 30 minutes or until cheese melts.

THE ULTIMATE CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Add something tasty to your family's dinner tonight! Serve this casserole made with chicken breasts, broccoli spears and water chestnuts.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds chicken breast tenders (not breaded)
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen broccoli spears, thawed and drained
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon curry powder, if desired
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (2 ounces)
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 can (2.8 ounces) French-fried onions
1/4 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in center. Layer broccoli spears, water chestnuts and chicken in ungreased rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches.
  • Mix soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, milk and curry powder; pour over chicken and broccoli. Sprinkle with cheese, bread crumbs, onions and almonds.
  • Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake about 15 minutes longer or until broccoli is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg

CHICKEN AND WATER CHESTNUT CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chicken and Water Chestnut Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Canadian Jane

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups chicken, cooked
1 1/2 cups celery, choppd
1 cup water chestnut, drained & sliced
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
10 ounces cream of mushroom soup
1 cup mushroom, sliced
6 ounces seasoned stuffing mix
1/2 cup margarine

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients (except stuffing and margarine) together in a 2 quart casserole.
  • Top with stuffing mix, combined with 1/2 cup margarine.
  • Bake at 350 for 1/2 hour or until bubbly.

BEST EVER CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Easy baked chicken casserole. It's our family favorite.

Provided by Mary Berrong

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
1 onion, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup cornflakes cereal crumbs
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large pot, boil the chicken until tender. Cut the breasts into cubes or small pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with the water chestnuts, onion, soup, most of the crushed corn flakes and mayonnaise. Mix well.
  • Pour mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the rest of the crushed corn flakes on top of the mixture. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 95.4 mg, Fat 49.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 944.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

LUSCIOUS CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This delicious chicken casserole is a favorite of my family and friends. I think it's the combination of flavors in this dish that make it so spectacular. Great served over rice with a nice salad and some good bread.

Provided by mharbold

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
1 cup light mayonnaise
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1 (2 ounce) jar pimento peppers, drained and chopped
½ cup sliced almonds
1 ½ teaspoons celery seed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
garlic salt to taste
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (2.8 ounce) can French-fried onion rings

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium casserole dish.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place chicken in skillet, and cook 10 minutes, or until juices run clear. Drain, and transfer to the prepared casserole dish. Mix with mayonnaise, water chestnuts, pimentos, almonds, celery seed, and lemon juice. Season with garlic salt to taste. Layer with cheese, and top with French-fried onion rings.
  • Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is melted and onion rings are lightly browned. If rings start to get too brown, put foil on casserole or lower oven rack. Watch carefully, or onion rings will burn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 88.8 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 31.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 469.6 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CASHEW CHICKEN WITH WATER CHESTNUTS



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Yummy and easy! What more could you want in a recipe?

Provided by FoodFan

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons cornstarch
⅔ cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cut into strips
1 small onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
⅔ cup cashews

Steps:

  • Dissolve the cornstarch in the chicken broth, and stir in the soy sauce, ginger, and hot sauce; set aside. Heat half of the oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Stir in the chicken; cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the wok, and set aside.
  • Pour the remaining tablespoon of oil into the wok, and stir in the onion, green bell pepper, and water chestnuts. Cook and stir until the chestnuts are hot, and the onion has softened, about 5 minutes more. Stir up the sauce to redistribute the cornstarch, then pour into the wok, and bring to a boil. Add the reserved chicken, and stir until the sauce thickens, and the chicken is hot. Sprinkle with cashews to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 892.4 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

WATER CHESTNUT CASSEROLE



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The first time I posted this recipe I accidentally left out an ingredient, the cream of mushroom soup. My Pastor's wife brought this casserole to a Pot-Luck Dinner at our church and it was so good that I begged her out of the recipe. I would like to apologize to Susie D.

Provided by Chef Roly-Poly

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 casserole, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (15 ounce) cans Veg-All, drained
2 (8 ounce) cans water chestnuts, drained
1 large onion, diced
3/8 cup unsalted butter
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup Miracle Whip
1 (10 ounce) package shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cooked chopped chicken, may be added
12 ounces regular Ritz crackers, from a 16oz box (crushed)
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Saute Onion in 3/4 stick of butter until translucent.
  • add all ingredients except topping and mix well.
  • Pour mixed ingredients into a large greased casserole.
  • Mix topping ingredients together and sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

CHICKEN WITH WATER CHESTNUTS



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Make and share this Chicken With Water Chestnuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nikkid

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 chicken breasts
10 1/2 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2-1 cup thinly sliced celery
5 ounces sliced water chestnuts
1 small onion
6 ounces seasoned stuffing mix
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine

Steps:

  • Precook chicken with sliced onion, salt and pepper at 350°. If using boneless it is about 30 minute 5 minutes longer for bone-in chicken.
  • Cool, remove from bone, discard skin. Cut into bite sized pieces, including the onion. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine soup, mayonnaise, celery and drained water chestnuts. Add chicken and mix together.
  • Spread in a greased 9x13 baking pan.
  • Combine stuffing mix with melted butter/margarine. Spread over chicken mixture and bake 45 minutes at 350° until lightly brown and bubbly at the edges.
  • (I use Bell's stuffing mix. I have used others and it has been fine, but Stove Top is not the type to use.I have used light mayo and reduced fat soup but it's not as tasty).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1061, Fat 68.6, SaturatedFat 24.6, Cholesterol 215.9, Sodium 1888, Carbohydrate 58, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 10.2, Protein 52.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh chicken, water chestnuts, and vegetables will give your casserole the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your casserole. Some good options include carrots, celery, onion, and peas.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will bring all the flavors of the casserole together. Be sure to use a sauce that you enjoy.
  • Top with cheese: A layer of cheese on top of the casserole will give it a golden brown crust and a delicious flavor.
  • Bake until bubbly: The casserole is done baking when it is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Conclusion:

Chicken and water chestnut casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying casserole that the whole family will enjoy.

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