German Style Baked Chicken Casserole

You can never have too many chicken casserole recipes in your collection. Our German Style Baked Chicken Casserole is a hearty dish that the family will love. Creamy and full of flavor, the chicken cooks on a bed of perfectly seasoned egg noodles. A great dish that is super easy to prepare, make it for dinner tonight.

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
8 ounces egg noodles, cooked and drained
3 cups diced, cooked chicken
2/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 teaspoons paprika

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Melt butter in large saucepan over medium low heat. Whisk in flour and stir 3 minutes.
Gradually whisk in broth and milk. Reduce heat, simmering until thick, about 10 minutes.
Blend in lemon juice and seasonings.
Combine cooked noodles and half the sauce, tossing gently to blend.
Place in the bottom of a buttered 2-quart casserole.
Top with chicken and remaining sauce.
Combine Parmesan cheese and paprika, sprinkle over casserole.
Bake until bubbling and golden brown, about 30 minutes. Serve hot.