Chicken Sorrento
A comforting chicken dish with creamy mushroom and green pea sauce, baked with macaroni and seasoned with herbs, perfect for family dinners and cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp. flour
- 1 tsp. salt ⓘ
- 1/8 tsp. pepper ⓘ
- 1 tsp. parsley flakes ⓘ
- 3 chicken breasts, split ⓘ
- 1/4 cup shortening ⓘ
- 1 (4 oz.) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained ⓘ
- 1 can cream of celery soup (10 1/2 oz.)
- 1 tsp. crushed oregano ⓘ
- 1 cup dairy sour cream ⓘ
- 4 oz. elbow macaroni, cooked and drained ⓘ
- 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen green peas, thawed
- paprika ⓘ
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Mix flour, salt, pepper, and parsley flakes; coat chicken breasts with this mixture.
- Brown the coated chicken breasts in hot shortening; remove from skillet.
- Add mushrooms to the skillet; cook and stir about 5 minutes.
- Drain off excess fat from the skillet.
- Stir in cream of celery soup and crushed oregano until smooth.
- Remove from heat; stir in sour cream.
- Place cooked and drained macaroni in an oblong baking dish measuring 11 1/2 x 7 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches.
- Lightly mix in thawed green peas and half of the soup mixture using a fork.
- Arrange the browned chicken breasts on top of the macaroni mixture.
- Pour the remaining soup mixture over the chicken.
- Sprinkle with paprika.
- Cover and bake for 40 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter version, consider using olive oil instead of shortening for browning the chicken. You can substitute the cream of celery soup with a homemade white sauce or another cream soup flavor. Fresh herbs can enhance the flavor, so feel free to use fresh parsley or oregano instead of dried. If you're short on time, pre-cooked chicken can be used to speed up the process.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Chicken Sorrento with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. It pairs beautifully with Chicken Noodle Delight Casserole for a comforting dinner spread. A side of garlic bread or crusty rolls can complement the dish nicely and help soak up the creamy sauce.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, cover the dish with foil to retain moisture and heat in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes or until heated through. You can also microwave individual portions, ensuring they are heated evenly.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Chicken Sorrento contains roughly 247 calories, with 8g protein, 29g carbohydrates, and 16g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (112% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (59% of the Daily Value), and iron (50% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein. It also contributes 17g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Chicken Sorrento ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Chicken Sorrento in advance by assembling the dish without baking it. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to cook, bake it directly from the refrigerator, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
What can I use instead of elbow macaroni?
If you don't have elbow macaroni, you can substitute it with any small pasta shape like penne, rotini, or even whole grain pasta. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time according to the pasta type you choose to ensure it is cooked al dente before mixing it into the casserole.
Is it possible to freeze Chicken Sorrento?
Yes, Chicken Sorrento freezes well. After baking, allow it to cool completely, then cover tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. It can be frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake at 350°F until heated through, adding moisture if necessary.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).