Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole Recipe

Impress your guests with this elegant and surprisingly easy Asparagus & Water Chestnut Casserole! Creamy asparagus spears are perfectly complemented by the delightful crunch of water chestnuts, all baked to golden perfection under a buttery breadcrumb topping. A sophisticated yet simple side dish that's perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 112 kcal

Protein 12g

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Ingredients for Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole

1 pound asparagus
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons melted butter

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How to Make Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Wash and snap off the tough ends of 1 pound of asparagus.
Arrange asparagus spears in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Evenly distribute 1 (8 ounce) can of water chestnuts, drained, over the asparagus.
Pour 1 (10.75 ounce) can of cream of mushroom soup (or your favorite creamy soup) over the asparagus and water chestnuts.
In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup bread crumbs with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole?

Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole?

Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole has approximately 112 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole?

The key ingredients for Asparagus Water Chestnut Casserole are Asparagus, Sliced Water Chestnuts, Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Buttered Bread Crumb. See the full list with measurements above.