Manana Chicken Bake

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy chicken and vegetable bake with egg noodles and melted cheese
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This comforting Manana Chicken Bake is a hearty, family-friendly casserole that combines lean ground chicken with crisp-tender vegetables and creamy sauce. The dish features a savory blend of onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers simmered in a rich mushroom soup base, then layered over tender egg noodles. Topped with melted low-fat Monterey Jack cheese, it offers a satisfying texture and warm, home-style flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this bake comes together easily with pantry staples. It’s a comforting yet lighter option that delivers big flavor without heavy ingredients. Serve it alongside a simple green salad or crusty bread for a complete dinner. The leftovers reheat beautifully, making it a practical choice for leftovers too.

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Manana Chicken Bake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 192.8

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This comforting Manana Chicken Bake is a hearty, family-friendly casserole that combines lean ground chicken with crisp-tender vegetables and creamy sauce. The dish features a savory blend of onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers simmered in a rich mushroom soup base, then layered over tender egg noodles. Topped with melted low-fat Monterey Jack cheese, it offers a satisfying texture and warm, home-style flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this bake comes together easily with pantry staples. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting yet lighter option that delivers big flavor without heavy ingredients. Serve it alongside a simple green salad or crusty bread for a complete dinner. The leftovers reheat beautifully, making it a practical choice for leftovers too.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (177ðC).
  2. Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  3. Cook egg noodles according to package directions; drain well.
  4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add ground chicken, onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers.
  6. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.
  7. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, skim milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Spread cooked noodles evenly in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
  9. Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture over the noodles.
  10. Sprinkle grated Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
  11. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 192.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.7g8%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Cholesterol 96.5mg33%
Sodium 84.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 35.2g71%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, ensure noodles are cooked al dente before draining, as they will soften slightly during baking.

If using regular egg noodles instead of low-fat substitutes, adjust baking time if needed to prevent drying out.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

For a crispier top, remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.

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