TASTY CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE

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This tasty dish gets even better after it's been refrigerated a day or two, so the leftovers are always great. We eat it hot in the winter and cold in the summer.-Cheryl Watts, Natural Bridge, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 casseroles (8-10 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 package (16 ounces) egg noodles
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
3 cups half-and-half cream
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
12 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
TOPPING:
1 cup finely crushed cornflakes
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, saute the red pepper, onion and celery in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add mushrooms; cook 2-3 minutes or until tender. Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon; set aside. , Add flour to the skillet; stir until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Gradually stir in cream. Add the cream cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Remove from the heat., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, salt, noodles, vegetables and cheese sauce. Transfer to two ungreased shallow 3-qt. baking dishes. , Combine topping ingredients. Sprinkle over top. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Martha Andrews
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different types of noodles, vegetables, and even different proteins. It always turns out great.


Khensani Mooketsi
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This casserole is definitely a keeper. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Malik Muhammad Aqeel Awairra
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was moist and tender, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Jamil Shah
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This is my new go-to comfort food recipe. It's so easy to make and always comes out perfect.


Jackie Solis
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken noodle soup, but this casserole was surprisingly good! The creamy sauce made it really rich and flavorful.


Md Nirop
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The casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more seasoning next time.


Neeraj Singh
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Easy to make and delicious! I used egg noodles instead of spaghetti and it turned out great. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Sameer Tharu
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This chicken noodle casserole recipe was an absolute hit with my family! The creamy sauce and tender chicken were a perfect comfort food. I added some extra veggies for a healthier twist.


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