Description
This creamy chicken noodle casserole is a comforting and easy dinner! Packed with shredded chicken, creamy soups, and melted cheddar cheese, it’s topped with a crispy cracker or breadcrumb topping for extra crunch. A family favorite that can be prepped in no time and baked to perfection in just under an hour.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
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3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
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12 oz wide egg noodles
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1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
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1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
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1 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup milk
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1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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For the Topping:
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1/2 cup crushed butter crackers (like Ritz) or breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
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Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Cook the Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
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Combine with Chicken and Noodles: Add the shredded chicken and cooked noodles into the creamy mixture. Gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
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Transfer and Top: Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, mix crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle this over the top of the casserole.
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Bake: Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top. If desired, garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
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You can use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
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For a healthier version, you can substitute the sour cream with Greek yogurt.
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The cracker topping adds a crunchy texture, but breadcrumbs can also work as a substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg