Chicken Noodle Casserole base
Chicken Noodle Casserole base is a comforting American dish, typically made with cooked chicken, egg noodles, and a creamy sauce often featuring cream of chicken soup, milk, and seasonings. It's a classic 'pantry meal' where the base is assembled and then baked, often with a crunchy topping like breadcrumbs or fried onions.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-carb and high-fat dish due to the noodles and creamy sauce, while also providing a good amount of protein from the chicken. A typical serving can range from 400-600 calories, depending on the specific recipe and portion size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 750 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a staple of mid-century American home cooking and potlucks, prized for its ease and ability to feed a crowd. Nutritionally, its 'base' nature makes it highly adaptable, allowing for the addition of vegetables like peas or broccoli to boost fiber and vitamin content.
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