Enchanting Chicken Casserole Recipe

  • 4 ounces noodles or macaroni
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup salad oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 3 cups cubed, cooked chicken
  • 1 can (8 ozs) water chestnuts, drained and sliced
  • 4 tablespoons chicken fat or butter
  • 6 tablespoons flour
  • 3 cups chicken broth or milk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • Paprika

Cook noodles according to directions on package; drain. Place in 2-quart casserole.

Combine garlic, salt, oil, lemon juice, pepper and thyme. Mix with chicken and chestnuts. Let stand at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.

Melt fat in a skillet; add flour; stir to blend. Add broth; cook and stir until thickened. Add parsley to this sauce.

Add chicken mixture to cooked noodles in casserole. Toss lightly. Pour sauce over mixture. Sprinkle paprika over top. Bake in a moderate oven (350F) 30 minutes. Serve hot.

Yield: 8 servings.