Indulge in a culinary journey with our creamy chicken noodle casserole, a harmonious blend of comforting flavors and wholesome ingredients. This delectable dish features tender chicken, perfectly cooked noodles, and a creamy sauce infused with aromatic mushrooms and vibrant spinach. The casserole is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, adorned with a golden-brown crust that adds a satisfying crunch. Along with the main recipe, we present enticing variations to cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Discover a vegetarian version that swaps chicken for hearty vegetables, a gluten-free option that uses alternative noodles, and a low-carb variation that incorporates zucchini noodles. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a unique culinary experience while maintaining the essence of the classic chicken noodle casserole. Whether you're seeking comfort food on a chilly evening or a satisfying meal to share with loved ones, our creamy chicken noodle casserole and its variations are sure to delight and nourish.
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CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE
Packed with flavorful chicken and veggies, this creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole is a quick and easy family dinner that everyone will love!
Provided by Aubrey
Categories Main Dish
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat the inside of a 9-inch x 13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles for 8 minutes. Drain and set aside. (The egg noodles will be slightly undercooked. They will finish cooking in the oven.)
- While the noodles cook, place a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add onions and cook until soft and translucent. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add both cans of soup, the milk, and chicken broth to a large mixing bowl. Whisk until combined and smooth.
- onions, garlic, chicken, vegetables, salt, and pepper to the soup mixture. Stir to combine.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
- Bake for 25 minutes until the casserole is bubbling and the top is starting to turn golden.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 921 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CREAMY CHICKEN, MUSHROOM, AND SPINACH PASTA
Use your stovetop to prepare a quick and tasty meal for a weeknight, or for guests! Use one pot for the pasta and one pot for the chicken, veggies and sauce, then combine in a pretty pasta bowl or on a platter.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Pasta and Noodles Pasta by Shape Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to a serving bowl or a deep platter.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Season tenders with salt and pepper, place in the hot oil, and cook until lightly brown on one side, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side until light brown, an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Add mushrooms and onion to the hot skillet and cook until onion is lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth and mustard, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes. Return chicken tenders to skillet and submerge them in the broth mixture. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken and place on top of the cooked pasta.
- Continue to cook the sauce until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in cream. Add spinach stir until slightly wilted, about 1 minute. Pour sauce over chicken and pasta. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.2 g, Cholesterol 78.2 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 35.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 610.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CREAMY CHICKEN-NOODLE CASSEROLE WITH SPINACH AND MUSHROOMS
Categories Chicken Dairy Leafy Green Mushroom Pasta Poultry Bake Kid-Friendly Back to School Dinner Casserole/Gratin Spinach Winter Potluck Noodle Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine chicken, 1 cup water, garlic and bay leaf in large saucepan. Cover and simmer just until chicken is cooked through, turning once, about 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to plate; cool. Shred chicken. Pour cooking liquid into measuring cup, adding more water to measure 1 cup if necessary. Reserve cooking liquid.
- Whisk flour and cornstarch in heavy large saucepan. Add 1 cup milk; whisk until smooth. Stir in 1 cup milk, tarragon, salt, nutmeg and reserved 1 cup chicken cooking liquid. Stir over medium heat until mixture thickens and boils, about 5 minutes. Add wine; stir until mixture is very thick, about 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat. Stir in shredded chicken and spinach. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, before continuing.)
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Oil 11 x 7 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Cook fettuccine in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Return to pot. Add mushrooms and chicken mixture; toss. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to prepared baking dish.
- Heat oil in small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add breadcrumbs; stir 1 minute. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake until casserole bubbles and breadcrumbs are golden, about 20 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
CHEESY CHICKEN & NOODLE CASSEROLE
Cheesy with cream cheese, cheddar and Parmesan, this easy chicken and noodle casserole has a prep time of just 20 minutes. Comfort food at its finest!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350ºF.
- Cook noodles in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding peas to the boiling water the last minute. Meanwhile, microwave cream cheese, milk, onion powder and thyme in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1-1/2 to 2 min. or until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after 1 min.
- Drain noodle mixture; place in 3-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray. Add cream cheese sauce, chicken, mushrooms and 1 cup shredded cheese; mix well. Top with remaining shredded cheese. Spread bread with butter; sprinkle with Parmesan. Cut diagonally into quarters; arrange on top of casserole.
- Bake 25 to 30 min. or until bread is golden brown and casserole is heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 27 g
CREAMY CHICKEN AND MUSHROOMS WITH EGG NOODLES
All the action for this weeknight dinner happens in one large straight-sided skillet. Sear the chicken breasts, then cook the mushrooms and shallots and stir in mustard, broth, egg noodles, and cream cheese which quickly creates a rich sauce.
Provided by Sarah Carey
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high; swirl in 2 tablespoons oil. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes a side; transfer to a plate. Add mushrooms to skillet, season, and cook, stirring, until beginning to brown, about 7 minutes. Add shallots and remaining 1 tablespoon oil; cook until translucent, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir in mustard, broth, and noodles; bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 3 minutes. Uncover; stir in cream cheese. Cook, stirring, until noodles are tender and sauce coats a spoon, about 3 minutes. Return chicken to skillet and cook through, about 1 minute more. Serve, sprinkled with parsley.
CREAMY SPINACH CHICKEN DINNER
Cleanup is a breeze with this all-in-one supper. To make things even easier, tear the spinach with your hands instead of cutting it. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook and stir chicken and onion in oil for 5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. , Stir in soup and cream. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Stir in the spinach, cheese and pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes or until spinach is wilted and cheese is melted. , Drain pasta; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 675 calories, Fat 41g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 180mg cholesterol, Sodium 945mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 44g protein.
CHICKEN FLORENTINE CASSEROLE
Chicken Florentine casserole, which can also be adapted with either fish or shrimp, lies on a bed of spinach leaves and mushrooms, has a creamy white sauce mixed with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasonings, and is topped with baked mozzarella.
Provided by BRYAN0320
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the chicken breast halves on a baking sheet; bake 20 to 30 minutes, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stirring constantly, mix in the garlic, lemon juice, cream of mushroom soup, Italian seasoning, half-and-half, and Parmesan cheese.
- Arrange the spinach over the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking dish. Cover the spinach with the mushrooms. Pour half the mixture from the saucepan over the mushrooms. Arrange chicken breasts in the dish, and cover with the remaining sauce mixture. Sprinkle with bacon bits, and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes in the 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) oven, until bubbly and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 168.4 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 61.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.9 g, Sodium 1805.7 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables: Don't be afraid to add other vegetables to your casserole, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini. This will make the dish more colorful and nutritious.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is tough and dry. Cook it just until it is cooked through, or it will become rubbery.
- Use a creamy sauce: The creamy sauce is what makes this casserole so rich and delicious. Be sure to use a good quality cream or milk, and don't be afraid to add a little extra if you like.
- Top with a crispy topping: A crispy topping, such as crushed crackers or bread crumbs, adds a nice texture to the casserole. It also helps to absorb some of the liquid from the sauce.
- Let the casserole rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and the casserole to set. It will also make it easier to cut and serve.
Conclusion:
This creamy chicken noodle casserole with spinach and mushrooms is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this casserole a try.
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