Chinese Chicken Strata

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine diced chicken, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, chili paste with garlic, 1 teaspoon dry mustard, scallions, red pepper, and water chestnuts.

Mix well and set aside.

Turn half the bread cubes into a buttered 11 x 7 inch baking dish .

Sprinkle with half the cheese.

Distribute half the chicken mixture over cheese.

Cover with remaining bread cubes and remaining ¾ teaspoon dry mustard until blended.

Pour evenly over casserole.

Cover with plastic wrap.

Refrigerate several hours, or overnight.

Preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

Bake, uncovered 40 to 45 minutes, until top is golden and center is set.

Let cool 5 minutes, then cut into squares or rectangles to serve.