Love Machine Casserole, a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, stands as a testament to the art of comfort food. Combining the savory goodness of bacon, chicken, and sundried tomatoes with creamy sauce and perfectly cooked egg noodles, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser that never fails to impress. Let’s delve deeper into the intricacies of this heartwarming dish.
Ingredients:
Meat:
| Ingredients |
Quantity |
| Real Bacon crumbles |
1/4 cup |
| Cooked Rotisserie chicken |
3 cups |
Produce:
| Ingredients |
Quantity |
| Fresh Basil |
1/4 cup |
| Garlic cloves |
5 |
| Sundried tomatoes |
1/4 cup |
| Yellow onion |
1 medium |
Canned Goods:
| Ingredients |
Quantity |
| Chicken broth |
4 cups |
Pasta & Grains:
| Ingredients |
Quantity |
| Frozen Egg noodles |
1 (16 oz) package |
Baking & Spices:
| Ingredients |
Quantity |
| Black pepper |
1 tsp |
| Italian seasoning |
1/2 tsp |
| Kosher salt |
1 tsp |
Dairy:
| Ingredients |
Quantity |
| Butter |
2 tbsp |
| Heavy cream |
1 cup |
| Parmesan cheese |
3/4 cup |
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and greasing a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Prepare Ingredients: Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, diced onion, and sundried tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Make Sauce: Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Combine Ingredients: In the prepared baking dish, layer the cooked egg noodles, shredded rotisserie chicken, bacon crumbles, and fresh basil. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the top, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Bake: Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the casserole and cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Once baked, remove the foil and let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves if desired.
