*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                       Potluck Chicken Casserole

Recipe By     : Taste of Home Oct/Nov '96
Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Not Sent

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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    1/2  c             chopped fresh mushrooms
  3      tbsp          finely chopped onion
  2      cloves        garlic -- minced
  4      tbsp          butter or margarine -- divided
  3      tbsp          all-purpose flour
  1 1/4  c             milk
    3/4  c             mayonnaise
  4      c             cubed cooked chicken
  3      c             cooked long grain rice
  1      c             chopped celery
  1      c             frozen peas -- thawed
  1      2 oz jar      diced pimientos -- drained
  2      tsp           lemon juice
  1      tsp           salt
    1/2  tsp           pepper
    3/4  c             coarsely crushed cornflakes

In a saucepan over medium heat, saute mushrooms, onion and garlic in 3
tablespoons butter until tender.  Stir in flour until thoroughly
combined  Gradually add milk; bring to a boil.  Cook and stir for 2
minutes or until thickened and bubbly.  Remove from heat; stir in
mayonnaise until smooth.  Add chicken, rice, celery, peas, pimientos,
lemon juice, salt and pepper; mixwell.  Spoon into an ungreased
12x9x2=inch baking dish.  Melt remaining butter; toss with cornflakes.
Sprinkle over casserole.  Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 30-35 minutes or
until bubbly.

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