Is this an Asian dish?

Lol, no. It is a Midwest dish that takes some elements of Asian food and resulted in a 1980s comfort casserole.

Chow Mein is a beloved Chinese dish that features stir-fried noodles. The name literally translates to "stir-fried noodles." They can be served crispy or soft and often come mixed with a variety of vegetables and proteins.

Can I use other meats besides chicken in this dish?

Absolutely. While chicken is a classic choice, you can experiment with other meats like turkey, beef, or even tofu for a vegetarian twist.

Why use condensed cream of mushroom soup? Can I make it from scratch?

The condensed cream of mushroom soup adds a creamy richness to the dish and makes the cooking process quicker. However, if you have the time and prefer homemade, making it from scratch is a fantastic option. There are plenty of great recipes out there to guide you!

No. However, if you're a fan of a little kick, you can always add some chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce to spice things up!

Chicken Chow Mein Hotdish Recipe

Name: Chicken Chow Mein Hotdish Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound chicken breast, roughly chopped; ½ cup onions, chopped; ½ cup celery, chopped; 1 can chicken rice soup; 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup; ½ can water; 2 cups Dried Chow Mein Noodles

Description

This Chicken Chow Mein Hotdish is an excellent comfort food that is easy to make and really tasty! Serve this one to your family for an easy and great dinner.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound chicken breast, roughly chopped
½ cup onions, chopped
½ cup celery, chopped
1 can chicken rice soup
1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ can water
2 cups Dried Chow Mein Noodles

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit
Add olive oil to pan and heat to medium
Add chicken breast
Cook until chicken is about half done and add onions and celery
Cook until chicken is done
In 1 ½ Quart Casserole dish, add all ingredients
Mix
Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove cover and bake for an additional 30 minutes
Remove from oven and optionally top with more chow mein noodles
Serve

Keywords: chow mein hotdish