THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN BAKE

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This is a hearty, comforting casserole that's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors and interesting colors ensures I come home with an empty dish! -Vicki Raatz, Waterloo, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 jar (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 package (8 ounces) noodles, cooked and drained
3 cups diced cooked chicken
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup buttered bread crumbs

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in the soup, mushrooms, pimientos and basil; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the noodles, chicken and cheeses; add mushroom sauce and mix well. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with crumbs. Bake 15 minutes longer or until browned. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

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