Saucy Pork N' Noodle Bake
Submitted by Tlpz
Microwave pork and noodle casserole with cream of chicken soup, sharp cheddar, corn, and bell pepper. A retro one-dish dinner ready in about 20 minutes.
YIELD
2 servingsPREP
15 minCOOK
20 minREADY
35 minA microwave casserole that actually delivers. Cubed cooked pork gets mixed with egg noodles, cream of chicken soup, corn, sharp cheddar, and green bell pepper, then cooked covered until the noodles turn tender and the whole thing goes creamy and thick.
This is a great way to use leftover pork roast or chops. The noodles cook right in the casserole, absorbing the soup and corn liquid as they soften, so you don’t boil a separate pot of water.
Stir it a few times while it cooks. The edges heat faster than the center in a microwave, and stirring keeps the noodles from getting gummy on one side while staying raw on the other.
Pro Tips
- Use sharp or extra sharp cheddar. Mild cheddar melts into the background and you won’t taste it.
- Don’t drain the corn. That liquid is part of the cooking moisture the noodles need to soften properly.
- Let the casserole rest covered for 3 to 4 minutes after cooking. It’ll finish absorbing liquid and firm up enough to scoop cleanly.
- Pimentos add a sweet, mild pepper flavor and a pop of red color. Don’t skip them if you have a jar.
Variations
- Swap pork for leftover chicken or cubed ham.
- Use cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of chicken for a slightly earthier flavor.
- Stir in a handful of frozen peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
Ingredients
Directions
Place 1 tablespoon butter in a deep, 1½-quart, heat-resistnat non-metalic casserole. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 30 seconds.
Add pork and heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 2 minutes. Drain off excess fat.
Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
Heat, covered, in Microwave Oven 12 to 15 minutes or until noodles are tender. Stir occasionally.
Comments




Could this recipe be cooked in the oven instead of the microwave ?
Susan , Edmonton , Ab. Canada
Absolutely! I would say bake it in a 350 degrees F oven for about 50 minutes or until the sauce bubbles.