Overnight Cheesy Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Overnight Cheesy Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces uncooked mini lasagna noodles; 1 ¼ cups water; 1 cup green giant niblets frozen corn; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; ¼ cup sliced ripe olives; 8 medium green onions, sliced; 1 medium plum tomato, chopped; 16 ounces double cheddar cheese pasta sauce; 6 ounces refrigerated grilled chicken strips; 1 cup shredded colby-monterey jack cheese

Servings: persons

1
Spray 12x8-inch (2-qt) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
2
In large bowl, stir together all ingredients except cheese blend; mix well to coatall uncooked noodles with sauce.
3
Spoon into baking dish.
4
Cover tightly with foil.
5
Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
6
Heat oven to 350.
7
Bake, uncovered, 1 hour.
8
Uncover; sprinkle with cheese.
9
Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly.
10
Test Kitchen Tip: For a different flavor, use chopped fresh basil in place of cilantro.

920

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Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces uncooked mini lasagna noodles, 1 ¼ cups water, 1 cup green giant niblets frozen corn, ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Overnight Cheesy Chicken 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.

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Overnight Cheesy Chicken Casserole

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