Mexican Chicken & Noodles Casserole

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, cheesy comfort food classic with a zesty Mexican twist
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This Mexican Chicken & Noodles Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender cooked chicken and soft noodles in a rich, creamy sauce spiked with zesty peppers and onions. It’s a hearty, satisfying meal that comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you need something warm and filling. The blend of cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup creates a luxurious texture that everyone loves. Serve it hot, perhaps with a side of fresh salsa or guacamole for an extra kick. ItâÂÂs a family-friendly dish that delivers big flavor without the fuss, ensuring smiles around the dinner table.

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Mexican Chicken & Noodles Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 1137.2

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This Mexican Chicken & Noodles Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender cooked chicken and soft noodles in a rich, creamy sauce spiked with zesty peppers and onions. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, satisfying meal that comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you need something warm and filling. The blend of cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup creates a luxurious texture that everyone loves. Serve it hot, perhaps with a side of fresh salsa or guacamole for an extra kick. ItâÂÂs a family-friendly dish that delivers big flavor without the fuss, ensuring smiles around the dinner table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped celery, green pepper rings, chopped onion, and butter.
  2. Microwave the vegetables on high for 2 minutes, or until softened. Stir once halfway through.
  3. Remove the bowl from the microwave and set aside to cool slightly.
  4. In a separate large mixing bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
  5. Add the cooked noodles, cooked chicken, and the microwaved vegetable mixture to the cheese sauce.
  6. Stir everything together until the chicken and noodles are evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
  7. Transfer the mixture into a microwave-safe casserole dish or individual serving bowls.
  8. Microwave on high for 2 to 4 minutes, stirring once, until the casserole is heated through and bubbly.
  9. Let stand for 2 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1137.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 73.5g114%
Saturated Fat 36.8g184%
Cholesterol 332.5mg111%
Sodium 1032.7mg44%
Total Carbohydrate 14.5g5%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g11%
Sugars 7.7g
Protein 93.3g187%

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

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