Oriental Chicken & Green Bean Casserole

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 6
Oriental Chicken & Green Bean Casserole recipe for a hearty meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups cooked chicken or 3 cups turkey , diced
2 cans French style green beans , drained & rinsed
1 can chop suey vegetables , drained
1/3 cup onion , chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese or 2 cups mozzarella cheese , grated
1 can cream of celery soup or ( 10 3/4 ounce ) can golden cream of mushroom soup
1 can water chestnuts , sliced & drained
2 tablespoons soy sauce
6 ounces French-fried onions ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
580
Sugar
6g
Fat
39g
The Oriental Chicken & Green Bean Casserole is a classic American dish that has evolved from traditional home cooking. It is a one-pan meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. The combination of chicken, green beans, and chop suey vegetables creates a wholesome and flavorful basis for the casserole. The addition of cheese, soy sauce, and water chestnuts gives it an Asian-inspired twist. This recipe can easily be adapted to suit different dietary restrictions by using low-fat cheese and cream of mushroom soup or substituting soy sauce with a low-sodium alternative.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Mix together the cooked chicken or turkey, green beans, chop suey vegetables, onion, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
3.Pour in the cream of celery or golden cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce, and sliced water chestnuts.
4.Mix well until all the ingredients are fully coated.
5.Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.Sprinkle the grated cheese on top of the mixture evenly.
7.Optional: Sprinkle the French-fried onions on top of the cheese layer.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbly. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

PROS

This casserole is a hearty and satisfying meal that is easy to make.

The Oriental-style seasonings give it a unique and delicious flavor profile.

The added water chestnuts and French-fried onions give a crunchy texture to the dish.

CONS

This casserole is high in sodium due to the canned soup and soy sauce.

It is also high in calories and fat from the cheese and optional French-fried onions.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This casserole has some health benefits as it contains protein from the chicken, fiber and vitamins from the green beans and chop suey vegetables.
The water chestnuts also contain some antioxidants and are low in calories.
However, the high sodium and fat content may not be suitable for some dietary restrictions.

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