Best 7 Easy Chow Mein Casserole Recipes

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Are you craving an easy and delicious meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than chow mein casserole! This delightful dish can be prepared quickly and with minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering casserole that combines the flavors of chow mein with the convenience of a one-dish meal. So, grab your kitchen utensils and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate easy chow mein casserole!

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Chow Mein Hotdish, also known as Minnesota Hotdish or Chow Mein Casserole is classic midwestern casserole comfort! This ground beef and rice casserole with creamy soup and a crunchy chow mein noodle topping, is super easy to throw together or can be made ahead and frozen!

Provided by Terri Gilson

Categories     dinner     potluck

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lbs ground beef (* I use lean ground beef)
1.5 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup water
2 whole medium onions
2 cups cooked rice (* I used brown instant rice)
10 ounce - can of cream of tomato soup/condensed tomato soup
10 ounce - can of cream of mushroom soup
1/2 -14 oz pkg dry (crispy) chow mein noodles
3 tbsp soy sauce
dry (crispy) chow mein noodles
additional soya sauce
green onions, chopped ((optional))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F/ 175 degrees C and spray the inside of a large casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Brown ground beef in large skillet with chopped onion over medium- high heat.
  • Cook celery in 1/2 cup water in microwave (covered) for 4- 5 minutes until soft. Drain off remaining water.
  • Add celery, tomato soup, mushroom soup and rice to ground beef.
  • Combine ground beef mixture with chow mein noodles (dry) into prepared casserole dish and sprinkle on soya sauce.
  • Bake in oven for 20 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Sodium 899 mg, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHOW MEIN



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Some years ago, our daughter welcomed me home from a hospital stay with this Asian dish and a copy of the recipe. Now I freeze leftovers for fast future meals. -Kay Bade, Mitchell, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bunch celery, sliced
2 cans (14 ounces each) Chinese vegetables, drained
2 envelopes brown gravy mix
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Hot cooked egg noodles or rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the celery, Chinese vegetables, gravy mixes and soy sauce. Cover and cook on low until celery is tender, 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 897mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHOW MEIN CASSEROLE



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This is my Mom's recipe. Don't know where she got it, but it is delicious. We always put it over chow mein (toasted) noodles, but it is good over rice, soba and Marco Polo noodles as well. Even my Father liked this and he always swore he hated cooked onions.

Provided by hipshot55

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 -1 1/2 lb lean hamburger
1 (15 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained and rinsed
2 (8 ounce) cans sliced water chestnuts, drained and rinsed
2 cups celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 -3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
10 1/2 ounces soup can water
2 (5 ounce) cans chow mein noodles
1 dash black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Lightly brown hamburger and drain off excess fat.
  • Add pepper, onion and celery plus enough water to cover.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add sprouts, water chestnuts and canned soup plus one soup can of water. Should be a little thin, as it will thicken upon baking.
  • Add soy sauce and pour mixture into 2 -3 qt, casserole.
  • Bake 25 - 30 minutes (until thickened and well seasoned).
  • Served over noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.2, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 10.8, Sodium 1100, Carbohydrate 51, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 7.9, Protein 12.5

EASY CHOW MEIN CASSEROLE



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Casseroles featuring meat, rice and vegetables are meal-in-one sensations super for weekday suppers.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper blend
1 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce (from 10-oz bottle)
1/4 cup water
1 can (28 oz) stir-fry vegetables, rinsed, drained
1/2 cup chow mein noodles
1/4 cup cashew pieces, if desired
Additional teriyaki sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, crumble beef; sprinkle with garlic pepper. Cook over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
  • In ungreased 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish, mix beef, rice, broth, 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce and the water. Stir in vegetables. Cover baking dish with foil.
  • Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until rice is tender. Uncover and stir; sprinkle with chow mein noodles and cashews. Bake uncovered 10 to 15 minutes longer or until noodles and cashews are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CHOW MEIN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This is a very tasty dish that even my kids love! It can easily be cut in half. It uses soy sauce and chow mein noodles to give it an Asian flair.

Provided by Cindy B :)

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
½ cup slivered almonds
1 cup cooked rice
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ cup water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
5 ounces chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, saute the ground beef for 5 minutes. Add the onion and celery and saute for 5 more minutes.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine the almonds, rice, soup, water and soy sauce. Mix together well and add to the beef mixture. Place this into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with chow mein noodles.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 35.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1513.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CHICKEN CHOW MEIN CASSEROLE



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This simple casserole version of chicken chow mein makes great use of leftover chicken or turkey and is easy on the budget and your time. I don't measure or weigh the amount of chicken I use but the original recipe calls for 3 pounds so I've left the recipe that way. I just use whatever I have left over, or I'll stew a few chicken breasts or pieces if I'm starting from scratch. If you've got 2-3 cups of chicken you'll be in good shape. For a little extra kick add some red pepper flakes. You can easily cut this recipe in half for a smaller family.

Provided by Croft Girl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) can chow mein noodles (the crunchy kind)
2 cups celery, chopped
1 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
3 lbs cooked chicken, cut up
2 (11 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 (11 ounce) can water
1 tablespoon soy sauce (I prefer Kikkoman's Lite)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In bottom of 9x13 casserole dish, put a layer of chow mein noodles followed by chicken and vegetables. Top with remaining noodles.
  • Mix soup with 1 can of water. Spoon soup mixture over vegetables.
  • Drizzle soy sauce over all.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

CHINESE BEEF CASSEROLE



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Crispy chow mein noodles top this twist on chop suey that's sure to be a family favorite. Willie DeWaard - Coralville, IA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, undrained
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 can (5 ounces) chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the soup, bean sprouts, soy sauce and pepper. Bring to a boil. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish. Stir in rice and water chestnuts., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; stir in peas and sprinkle with noodles. Bake until heated through, 15-20 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients in advance. Chop your vegetables, cook your chicken or tofu, and measure out your spices before you start cooking. This will help you save time and make the cooking process go more smoothly.
  • Use a large skillet or wok. This will give you plenty of space to cook all of the ingredients without overcrowding the pan.
  • Cook the chicken or tofu until it is browned. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the meat from becoming dry.
  • Add the vegetables and cook until they are tender-crisp. You don't want the vegetables to become mushy, so be careful not to overcook them.
  • Stir in the sauce and noodles. Bring the sauce to a simmer and then add the noodles. Cook until the noodles are heated through.
  • Top with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for chow mein include green onions, peanuts, and sesame seeds.

Conclusion:

Chow mein 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 or tofu. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give chow mein casserole a try.

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