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Chicken Crunch

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This comforting "Chicken Crunch" casserole is a nostalgic favorite that blends savory proteins with a rich, creamy sauce. The dish combines diced cooked chicken and flaked tuna with a base of condensed mushroom soup, milk, and chicken broth for a deeply flavorful liquid. Diced celery and water chestnuts add a refreshing crunch and texture contrast to the soft noodles. Topped with crispy chow mein noodles just before serving, it offers a delightful mix of textures in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, budget-friendly weeknight dinner that feels indulgent yet comes together quickly. Perfect for feeding a family, this meal transforms simple pantry staples into a hearty, satisfying main course that everyone will love.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 821.9
Description
This comforting "Chicken Crunch" casserole is a nostalgic favorite that blends savory proteins with a rich, creamy sauce. The dish combines diced cooked chicken and flaked tuna with a base of condensed mushroom soup, milk, and chicken broth for a deeply flavorful liquid. Diced celery and water chestnuts add a refreshing crunch and texture contrast to the soft noodles. Topped with crispy chow mein noodles just before serving, it offers a delightful mix of textures in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, budget-friendly weeknight dinner that feels indulgent yet comes together quickly. Perfect for feeding a family, this meal transforms simple pantry staples into a hearty, satisfying main course that everyone will love.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cups MILK OR CHICKEN BROTH
  • 1/4 cups CHOPPED ONIONS
  • 2 cans MUSHROOM SOUP (10.5oz CANS) 1 c DICED CELERY
  • 6 oz TUNA
  • 3 oz CHOW MEIN NOODLES
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 325ðF (165ðC).
  2. 2
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk or chicken broth, condensed mushroom soup, diced cooked chicken, flaked tuna, chopped onions, diced celery, and drained water chestnuts.
  3. 3
    Reserve a small handful of the chow mein noodles for topping.
  4. 4
    Stir the remaining chow mein noodles into the chicken mixture until everything is evenly coated and combined.
  5. 5
    Transfer the mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
  6. 6
    Bake uncovered for 35 minutes.
  7. 7
    Sprinkle the reserved chow mein noodles over the top of the casserole.
  8. 8
    Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the noodles are lightly toasted and the casserole is bubbly.
  9. 9
    Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 821.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35.2g55%
Saturated Fat 9.2g46%
Cholesterol 254.4mg85%
Sodium 248.2mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 6.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 4.0g
Protein 104.9g210%

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

Keywords: chicken, tuna, casserole, chow mein, mushroom soup, creamy, crunchy, weeknight dinner, family meal, comfort food, baked, easy recipe, pantry staples, savory, chicken breast, water chestnuts
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