Description
This Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish, combining tender egg noodles, shredded chicken, and savory vegetables in a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfectly baked to golden perfection with a buttery breadcrumb topping, it’s an easy and satisfying family meal that comes together in under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Protein
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
Vegetables
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
Dairy and Sauces
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
Seasonings and Toppings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Cook Noodles: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions until they are al dente. Drain the noodles and set them aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant and tender.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, sautéed onion, garlic and mushrooms, frozen peas, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cream of chicken soup, milk, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Stir everything together until well mixed.
- Assemble Casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Transfer the noodle and chicken mixture into the prepared dish and spread it evenly.
- Add Topping: In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Sprinkle this breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Rest and Garnish: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired for a fresh, colorful finish.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor.
- Add extra vegetables such as broccoli or corn to increase nutrition and variety.
- For a crispier topping, broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking—watch closely to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
