Make-Ahead Chicken Bake

By Tinkysmom55

Ingredients

• 5 cups cubed cooked chicken
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 5 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
• 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon pimientos, optional
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (3 ounces) chow mein noodles
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese, chow mein noodles and almonds. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes until lightly browned and cheese is bubbly.