Description
Comfort meets convenience in this classic chicken noodle casserole, blending tender pasta, succulent chicken, and creamy sauce into a heartwarming meal. Hearty layers promise pure satisfaction for families seeking delicious, easy dinners you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (710 ml) chicken, shredded
- 8 ounces (227 grams) egg noodles, cooked
- 1 cup (150 grams) frozen peas and carrots
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
Sauce and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream
Seasoning and Topping:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Combine shredded chicken, cooked egg noodles, tender peas, diced carrots, cream of chicken soup, whole milk, tangy sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, aromatic garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Prepare the crispy topping by mixing breadcrumbs with melted butter until thoroughly combined.
- Generously scatter the buttery breadcrumb mixture across the casserole surface, creating a golden, crunchy layer.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a bubbling texture and rich golden-brown top.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes, enabling the ingredients to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Customize vegetables by swapping peas and carrots with seasonal or preferred options like broccoli or zucchini for added nutrition and variety.
- Create a gluten-free version by using gluten-free noodles and breadcrumbs, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting dish.
- Boost protein content by adding extra shredded chicken or mixing in diced rotisserie chicken for a more substantial meal.
- Prep ahead by assembling the casserole earlier in the day and refrigerating, then bake when ready to serve for convenient meal planning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg