Chicken Noodle Hot Dish Recipe

A classic Minnesota comfort food! This creamy Chicken Noodle Hot Dish recipe, inspired by "The Great Minnesota Hot Dish" cookbook, is brimming with tender chicken, perfectly cooked noodles, and a rich, savory sauce. Serve with a fresh salad and crusty buttered bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Get ready for a taste of the Midwest!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 438.3 kcal
Protein 65g
Rating 3.7 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken Noodle Hot Dish

  • 1 lb Wide Egg Noodles
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can Condensed Cream Of Chicken Soup
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded (about 1 pound cooked chicken breast)
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  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese

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How to Make Chicken Noodle Hot Dish

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound egg noodles according to package directions, minus 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, whisk together 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, 1 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Bring the soup mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  5. Add 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 1 pound cooked chicken breast), 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and the cooked noodles to the saucepan.
  6. Gently stir to combine all ingredients.
  7. Pour the mixture into a greased 2-quart baking dish.
  8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  9. Remove the foil during the last 5 minutes of baking to allow the top to brown slightly.
  10. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional) before serving.
  11. Serve hot with a side salad and buttered bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

31g

Carbs

13g

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