Best 7 Cashew Chicken Casserole Recipes
Craving a delectable meal that combines the crunchiness of cashews, the tenderness of chicken, and a creamy, flavorful sauce? Look no further than the captivating dish of cashew chicken casserole. This culinary masterpiece effortlessly blends savory and sweet elements, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. As you embark on this culinary journey, prepare to be enchanted by the delightful textures and vibrant colors of this exceptional casserole, sure to become a favorite among family and friends.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CASHEW CHICKEN CASSEROLE
I especially like this dish because I can get it ready the day before I need it. It's easy to whip up with common pantry items, including macaroni, canned soup and saltine crackers. -Julie Ridlon, Solway, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer the first 7 ingredients in the order listed. In a large bowl, combine the soups, milk and broth. Pour over water chestnuts. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Toss butter and cracker crumbs; sprinkle over casserole. Top with cashews. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until macaroni is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1095mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
CASHEW CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Creamy, ricey yumminess. This recipe comes from the Junior League of the Ozarks cookbook, Sassafras. It's very quick to put together.
Provided by Lalaflutist
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender.
- Stir in soup and chicken broth.
- Simmer 5 minutes.
- Add chicken and soy sauce.
- Cook over low heat 5 minutes.
- Stir in rice.
- Spoon into a 9x13 inch baking dish and bake until liquid bubbles to the surface, 15-20 minutes.
- Sprinkle noodles and nuts on top and brown in oven.
CHICKEN CASHEW CHINESE NOODLE CASSEROLE
This is a great "go-to" casserole. I've been making it for years for pot lucks, funeral collations, family get-togethers, etc. Has a lot of really good textures and tastes in it. Just add a side salad and it's a meal!
Provided by Terrie Hoelscher
Categories Casseroles
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. * you can substitute a large [10-oz.]can of cooked chicken, drained ** I have also substituted slivered almonds, reserving some for top of casserole
- 2. Preheat oven to 350°. Spray an 8x8" baking dish with PAM.
- 3. In a large skillet, saute' onion and celery together in butter, until soft and translucent, about 4 - 5 minutes.
- 4. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well, reserving some of the chinese noodles and cashews (or slivered almonds) for the top.
- 5. Spoon into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle reserved chinese noodles and cashews (or slivered almonds) over top of casserole.
- 6. Bake for 30 - 35 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
CASHEW CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This is a delicious way to eat cashew chicken without the hassle! It uses a whole chicken cut into pieces combined with a creamy soup, rice and cashews.
Provided by Nickie Richardson
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Rice
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Combine the broth, cream of chicken soup, mushroom soup and soy sauce in a large saucepan and bring to a boil; add chicken, rice and 3/4 cup cashews. Mix well and pour mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cashews on top.
- Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 782.9 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
CASHEW CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This is a mildly seasoned casserole that my kids really liked. Would be easy to charge it up with some exotic seasonings.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Chicken
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, add in all ingredients except the cashews; mix well to combine.
- Pour mixture into a greased shallow 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
- Cover and bake at 375 degrees for 45-55 minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is not pink.
- Stir in 3/4 cup of cashews.
- Sprinkle remaining cashews on top of casserole.
- Serve warm.
CASHEW CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This is unique and fast because you do not have to cook the macaroni first! Prep time does not include overnight refrigeration. If you do not have time, just omit the overnight refigeration. I have done that in the past with no problems.
Provided by Kristen in Chicago
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan, layer the first seven ingredients in the order listed.
- In a bowl, combine the soups, milk and broth.
- Pour over water chestnuts.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Toss butter and cracker crumbs; sprinkle over casserole.
- Top with cashews.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 35 to 40 minutes or until macaroni is tender.
CHRISTY'S CASHEW CHICKEN CASSEROLE
A great cook, by the name of Terrie Hoelscher shared a similar recipe on JAP. I used hers as a base and tweaked it. This is an amazing casserole. Enjoy!
Provided by Christy Lowrance
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350.
- 2. In a large skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender and translucent.
- 3. Add remaining ingredients (except rice) and simmer on low for about 15 minutes.
- 4. Pour in 13x9 pan. Sprinkle with a handful of chow mein noodles and cashews and bake for 40 minutes.
- 5. Prepare rice according to package.
- 6. Let casserole cool down for about 10 minutes and serve over rice.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured. This will make the cooking process much smoother and easier.
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven: This will give you plenty of room to cook the chicken and vegetables without overcrowding them.
- Cook the chicken in batches if necessary: If your skillet or Dutch oven is not large enough to cook all of the chicken at once, cook it in batches. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still tender. Overcooking will make it dry and tough.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and color to your casserole. Some good choices include broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and zucchini.
- Make sure the sauce is thick enough: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the chicken and vegetables without being too runny. If it is too thin, you can add a cornstarch slurry to thicken it.
- Serve immediately: Cashew chicken casserole is best served immediately after it is made. However, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Cashew chicken casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crunchy cashews, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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