"This is a much loved recipe from my SIL...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
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2 bay leaves
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4 cups chopped celery
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1 can cream of chicken soup
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2 cups mayonnaise
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2 cups sour cream
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2 (8 ounce) cans sliced water chestnuts, drained
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1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
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1 cup slivered almonds
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2 tablespoons chopped onions
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon pepper
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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2 (2 7/8 ounce) cans French-fried onions