Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

  • Makes:
  • 6 servings
Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

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By Today's Parent |

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

Everyone will love this cheesy chicken noodle casserole — it has a potato chip crust!

Ingredients

  • 8 oz farfalle (bow tie) pasta
  • 5 tbsp unsateld butter , divided
  • 1 1/5 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup white wine , optional
  • 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth , or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups plus 1 cup grated old cheddar
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp chopped thyme , 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cups cubed cooked chicken , (about 2 large breasts)
  • 1 1/2 cups coarsely crushed plain reduced-salt potato chips

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9 in square (2.5 L) casserole dish and set aside. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Transfer to a colander, rinse under cold water and drain well.
  • In a large saucepan, melt 2 tbsp (30 mL) butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a small plate and set aside. Wipe out saucepan, then return to stove and melt 3 tbsp (45 mL) butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk constantly until bubbly but not brown, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, then wine and stock. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium low and stir constantly until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add 2 cups (500 mL) grated cheddar, Parmesan, thyme and pepper; stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth. Add chicken, pasta and mushrooms and stir well.
  • Pour into prepared dish and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup (250 mL) grated cheddar. Cover loosely with foil (oiled to prevent sticking). Place on a baking sheet and bake until heated through, 20-25 minutes. Remove foil and sprinkle with potato chips. Continue to bake, uncovered, until top is golden and sauce is bubbly around the edges, about 15 minutes more.
  • In a serving: 792 calories, 52 g protein, 45 g fat, 45 g carbs
  • Note: Make ahead + freeze! Once the casserole is assembled, cool to room temperature. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and freeze up to 3 months. When ready to use, defrost in refrigerator overnight. Bake as below, adding more time if necessary.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Carbohydrates
  • 52 g
  • Fibre
  • 45 g
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