LEMON-CURRY CHICKEN CASSEROLE

Lemon-Curry Chicken Casserole image

Asparagus and almonds add a flavorful twist to an ordinary chicken dish. I've made this countless times for company and am usually asked for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen cut asparagus, thawed and drained
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch strips
Salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

Place asparagus in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; set aside. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. , In a large skillet, saute chicken in butter for 10-14 minutes or until juices run clear. Place over asparagus. Combine soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry powder, ginger and pepper; spoon over chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35 minutes. Sprinkle with almonds and return to the oven for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 29g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 583mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.