WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN & BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

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Prepare this casserole in advance , wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Just defrost in the fridge overnight and bake the next day at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or so.

Provided by Brenda.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup milk
salt and pepper, to taste
6 ounces wide egg noodles
5 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 1 1/2#)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli or 1 (10 ounce) package italian style frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
2 cups muenster cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Grease a medium sized casserole dish, set aside.
  • Saute onion in butter for about 3 minutes.
  • Mix in flour.
  • Gradually stir in broth, combining well.
  • Gradually add milk to the saucepan, and cook stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in salt and pepper.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil.
  • Add egg noodles, and cook for 6 minutes.
  • Drain noodles well.
  • Spread noodles in the prepared baking dish.
  • Place chicken and broccoli over noodles.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli.
  • Sprinkle the cheese over the top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is nicely melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.7, Fat 27.7, SaturatedFat 14.1, Cholesterol 167.1, Sodium 594.5, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 46.4

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