Best 7 Cashew Chicken Casserole Recipes
Craving a creamy, comforting, and flavorful meal? Look no further than the cashew chicken casserole. This delectable dish combines tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and a rich, velvety sauce, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The chicken is seared to perfection, locking in its juices and adding a delightful golden-brown color. The cashews add a delightful crunch and a nutty flavor that perfectly complements the chicken. The sauce is the star of the show, made with a combination of cream, cheese, and spices that come together to create a creamy, flavorful masterpiece. Serve this crowd-pleasing casserole over rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe is easily customizable, allowing you to adjust the level of spiciness and vegetables to suit your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this cashew chicken casserole is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
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.
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
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.
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 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 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 for Making Cashew Chicken Casserole:
- Use high-quality chicken: Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs that are fresh or frozen. If using frozen chicken, thaw it completely before cooking.
- Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and garlic powder adds flavor and helps tenderize the meat.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers, but you can also add other vegetables such as snow peas, baby corn, or mushrooms.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: They should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Use a good quality cashew: Look for cashews that are fresh and not rancid. You can also toast the cashews in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes to enhance their flavor.
- Serve the casserole hot: This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked, while the chicken is still juicy and the vegetables are still crisp.
Conclusion:
Cashew chicken casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor from the marinated chicken, the variety of vegetables, and the creamy sauce. The cashews add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor that complements the other ingredients perfectly. This casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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