CHICKEN PASTA CASSEROLE

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Preparing this family favorite on Sunday night will ensure a fuss-free Monday night dinner. -Marianna Pickering, Neenah, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
1 pound chicken tenderloins
1 medium onion, sliced
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
1-3/4 cups half-and-half cream, divided
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon pepper; set aside. Drain noodles and rinse in cold water; add to egg mixture. Set aside., In a large skillet, cook the chicken, onion, celery and remaining pepper in butter over medium heat for 12-15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in 1/2 cup cream; heat through., In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the noodle mixture, chicken mixture and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Combine the soup, wine, parsley and remaining cream; pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted., Or before refrigerating, cover and freeze casserole for up to 3 months., To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake according to directions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 780mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

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