Recipes:
# Almond Chicken Casserole
## INGREDIENTS
* 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cooked (4 ounces each)
* 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
* ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
* ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
* ¼ cup chopped onion
* 1½ cups chopped celery
* ½ cup slivered almonds, divided
* 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided
* 1 cup mayonnaise
* 1 tablespoon dried parsley
**SERVES 4**
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## Make Ahead
Prepare this tasty casserole through **step 3** up to **4 hours in advance**.
Store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
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## Variation
Add chopped artichoke hearts to this recipe for extra texture and flavor.
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### 1
Preheat oven to **350°F**.
Cut chicken into cubes.
Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat; add bell peppers and onion.
Sauté until tender, about **5 minutes**.
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### 2
Combine chicken, celery and **¼ cup almonds** in a large bowl.
Stir in bell pepper mixture and **¾ cup Swiss cheese**.
Add mayonnaise and parsley; mix gently.
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### 3
Spoon chicken mixture into a large baking dish.
Bake until golden brown, about **25 minutes**.
Remove from oven.
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### 4
Sprinkle remaining almonds and Swiss cheese on top of casserole.
Bake for **5 minutes longer**.
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## Make It Quicker
* To reduce overall preparation time for this recipe, chop the bell peppers and onion together in a mini food chopper.
