Chile Chicken Cheese Casserole Recipe

Name: Chile Chicken Cheese Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces noodles; 5 tablespoons butter; 14-½ cup chopped onion; 3 tablespoons chopped green peppers (optional); ½ cup sliced mushrooms (optional); 1 (4 ounce) canchopped mild green chilies (or chopped jalapenos); 5 tablespoons flour; 1 ½ cups chicken broth; 1 ½ cups milk; ½ teaspoon dry mustard; salt; pepper; 3 cups diced cooked chicken; ⅔ cup shredded cheese (or more to taste); buttered bread crumb

Servings: persons

12 ounces noodles
5 tablespoons butter
14-½ cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons chopped green peppers (optional)
½ cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
1 (4 ounce) canchopped mild green chilies (or chopped jalapenos)
5 tablespoons flour
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups milk
½ teaspoon dry mustard
salt
pepper
3 cups diced cooked chicken
⅔ cup shredded cheese (or more to taste)
buttered bread crumb

1
Cook noodles in boiling water; drain.
2
Saute onion, peppers and mushrooms in butter.
3
Stir in flour, cook with vegetables and stir till bubbly.
4
Add chicken broth, milk, dry mustard and salt and pepper to taste.
5
Heat and stir till thickened.
6
Combine this mixture with the cooked noodles and cooked chicken and chiles, if using.
7
Put in greased casserole dish (2 or 2 1/2 qt size).
8
If you like it cheesy, feel free to stir some cheese in with the noodles, sauce and chicken.
9
Top with shredded cheese and bread crumbs.
10
Bake at 350 for 30-45 minutes.

1237

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

109

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces noodles, 5 tablespoons butter, 14-½ cup chopped onion, 3 tablespoons chopped green peppers (optional), and more.

Yes, Chile Chicken Cheese Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chile Chicken Cheese Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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