Chicken with Peas Hotdish

Cozy up with this comforting Chicken with Peas Hotdish, a heartwarming casserole that combines tender shredded chicken, vibrant peas, and egg noodles in a creamy, savory sauce. This recipe is loaded with layers of flavor, from a base of sautéed onions and garlic to the richness of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and a touch of thyme. Finished with a golden, buttery panko breadcrumb crust and melted cheddar cheese, this dish is a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for busy weeknights or a casual family dinner, this quick-prep, oven-baked casserole is a comforting classic that serves up to six with ease. Whether you're craving hearty comfort food or a delicious one-pan meal, this Chicken with Peas Hotdish is sure to satisfy!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups frozen peas
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cups egg noodles, cooked and drained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.75 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside to cool slightly before shredding into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

In the same pan, sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, and dried thyme. Mix until well combined and heated through.

Step 6

Add the shredded chicken and frozen peas to the sauce. Stir to coat everything evenly.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles with the sauce mixture. Mix until the noodles are well coated.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 10

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese layer.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2613.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3948.5

Total Fat 180.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 894.3mg	0%
Sodium 5231.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 369.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 56.0g
Protein 222.6g	0%

Vitamin D 90.7IU	0%
Calcium 1625.9mg	0%
Iron 22.0mg	0%
Potassium 2759.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 37.0%