Leftover Magic
I created this meal because I had a frozen version and wanted to see if I could make it myself from scratch. I think it turned out okay — actually, the family thought it turned out great. Use leftover roasted chicken or holiday turkey to make it your own leftover magic.
In a 6 quart pot, cook the egg noodles until tender but not over-cooked. Drain and set aside.
On low-medium stovetop, heat the butter and olive oil. Add the onions and celery and cook until softened.
Add the onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Stir until mixed well.
Add the flour and stir in completely. Add the Pinot Grigio (optional), then add the Knorr Chicken Stock or prepared chicken broth. Stir until the sauce begins to thicken.
Pour in the half-and-half and continue to stir. The sauce should maintain its consistency. If too thin, add 1 Tbsp of flour to a bowl, stir in some of the chicken base until blended, and return to the pot.
Check taste and adjust to your liking.
Add the chicken or turkey to the base sauce. Add peas (optional), then add the egg noodles and combine. If too thick, add additional half-and-half until creamy.
In a buttered casserole dish, pour the noodle mixture. Top with bread crumbs, sprinkle with parsley, and spray lightly with cooking spray.
Bake in a 340°F oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until the topping has browned to a beautiful golden crust.
All my recipes are created with imagination and a desire to feed my family a delicious and filling meal. All measurements and instructions are provided with as much detail as possible — I hope you enjoy the end results as much as we have. Thank You.
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