Savory Cashew Chicken Chow Mein Bake
This Savory Cashew Chicken Chow Mein Bake is a delightful twist on a classic dish that brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table. Inspired by a cherished recipe shared by a co-worker, this casserole has quickly become a family favorite. Featuring tender, diced chicken and a medley of crisp vegetables, it is enveloped in a creamy mushroom sauce and topped with crunchy chow mein noodles and savory cashews. Perfect for using up leftover chicken, this dish is not only a quick weeknight meal but also an exciting way to introduce water chestnuts for added crunch and flavor. Bring this wholesome, satisfying one-dish meal to your kitchen and enjoy the ease of preparation and delicious taste that everyone will love!
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Diced cooked chicken
2 cups (Cooked and diced)
Chopped onion
1/4 cup (Fresh)
Finely slivered celery
1 cup (Fresh)
Butter
1 tablespoon (Unsalted)
Cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can (Canned)
Chicken broth
1/3 cup (Low sodium)
Soy sauce
1 tablespoon (Low sodium (optional))
Hot pepper sauce
3 drops (To taste)
Pepper
1/8 teaspoon (Ground)
Chow mein noodles
1 cup (Crispy)
Cashews
1/3 cup (Chopped or whole)
Sliced water chestnuts
1 (8 ounce) can (Drained and sliced)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Cashew Chicken Chow Mein Bake?
It is a casserole-style one-dish meal featuring chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce topped with crunchy noodles and cashews.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What are the main ingredients in this casserole?
The main ingredients include diced cooked chicken, onion, celery, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, soy sauce, chow mein noodles, cashews, and water chestnuts.
Can I use leftover chicken for this recipe?
Yes, this dish is an excellent way to use 2 cups of leftover cooked and diced chicken.
What kind of noodles are used for the topping?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of crispy chow mein noodles to provide a crunchy topping.
Does this dish contain nuts?
Yes, it includes 1/3 cup of chopped or whole cashews for flavor and crunch.
What provides the base for the creamy sauce?
The sauce is made from a combination of one 10 3/4 ounce can of cream of mushroom soup and 1/3 cup of chicken broth.
How much celery is required?
You will need 1 cup of fresh, finely slivered celery.
Can I adjust the spiciness of this dish?
Yes, you can add 3 drops of hot pepper sauce, or more according to your taste preference.
What size can of water chestnuts should I use?
The recipe requires one 8-ounce can of sliced water chestnuts, which should be drained.
Is soy sauce included in the ingredients?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, preferably low sodium.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter.
Is it recommended to use low-sodium chicken broth?
Yes, the recipe suggests using 1/3 cup of low sodium chicken broth.
How much onion is used?
The recipe includes 1/4 cup of fresh chopped onion.
What type of chicken should I prepare?
You should use 2 cups of chicken that has been cooked and diced.
Is this recipe considered a comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as comfort food and is described as a wholesome and satisfying meal.
How much ground pepper is added?
The recipe calls for 1/8 teaspoon of ground pepper.
What is the recipe category?
This recipe is categorized as a One Dish Meal.
Does this dish have a crunchy texture?
Yes, the combination of celery, water chestnuts, chow mein noodles, and cashews provides a variety of crunchy textures.
What kind of butter is recommended?
The recipe specifically recommends using unsalted butter.
How much chicken broth is used?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of chicken broth.
Is this a good option for a weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as a weeknight dinner and is designed for ease of preparation.
What was the inspiration for this recipe?
This casserole was inspired by a cherished recipe shared by a co-worker.
What are the primary seasonings?
The primary seasonings are soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, and ground pepper.
Should the cashews be chopped or whole?
You can use either chopped or whole cashews depending on your preference.
Is this recipe family-friendly?
Yes, it is described as a family favorite that everyone will love.
Can I use rotisserie chicken for the diced cooked chicken?
Yes, rotisserie chicken is a great time-saving option for the 2 cups of diced cooked chicken required.
How is the celery prepared?
The celery should be fresh and finely slivered before being added to the dish.
Is there cheese in this dish?
While tagged as cheesy in some metadata, the recipe relies on cream of mushroom soup for its creamy consistency.
How much soy sauce is added?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.