TOTAL TIME: Prep: 35 min. Bake: 25 min.

YIELD: 8 servings.

I threw this creamy Tex-Mex chicken noodle casserole together with items I had in the pantry when I forgot I had company coming for dinner. They loved it! You can also use leftover pork or turkey in place of the chicken. —Marina Castle Kelley, Santa Clarita, California

Ingredients

5 cups uncooked egg noodles

6 tablespoons butter, cubed

1 large sweet red pepper, chopped

1 small onion, finely chopped

6 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

2 cups chicken broth

1-1/2 cups half-and-...