Chicken Noodle Casserole

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 lb. noodlesMay use whole grain noodles or pasta
4 cups cooked chicken breasts diced into small pieces 
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup flour
2 garlic cloves, mincedWash, peel and mince
1 large onion, choppedWash, peel and chop
1 cup carrotsWash, peel, trim and dice.
1 cup celery, dicedWash, trim and dice
3 cups nonfat milk
1 (8oz.) light cream cheese softened
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
For gluten free (GF): Use GF flour, GF breadcrumbs and GF noodles. Always check each ingredient to be sure it is gluten free.

Directions:

Steps:Directions: CCP /Quality Assurance
1Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2Cook noodles according to the directions on the package.
3Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat .Add garlic, onion, carrots and celery. Cook until carrot is tender. Sprinkle with flour.
4Gradually stir in milk; Cook 5 minutes stirring constantly.
5Stir in cream cheese, and stir. 
6Remove from heat and stir in noodles, peas and half of the parmesan. Stir in chicken.
7Spray baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. .Add mixture to baking dish
8Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs Bake in 350-degree oven uncovered for 20-30 minutes until hot.Cook until internal temperature reaches 165° F for 15 seconds.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates