Description
Hearty chicken noodle casserole brings comfort and warmth to family dinners with creamy sauce and tender noodles. Cheesy layers and crisp breadcrumb topping create a satisfying meal you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) egg noodles
- 2 cups (250 g) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup (115 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup (50 g) breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 375°F, grease a rectangular baking dish to prevent adhesion.
- Noodle Preparation: Cook egg noodles in rapidly boiling water until al dente, then drain completely.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk condensed chicken soup, cream of mushroom, sour cream, chicken broth, and seasonings into a harmonious, smooth mixture.
- Protein Integration: Blend tender chicken and cooked noodles thoroughly into the creamy sauce, ensuring complete coverage.
- Assembly: Spread the noodle-chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer.
- Cheese Layer: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the entire surface to create a melty foundation.
- Crispy Topping: Combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, and parmesan cheese to craft a crunchy crown for the casserole.
- Finishing Touch: Distribute the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese layer, creating a textural crust.
- Baking Process: Slide the casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden-brown and filling becomes bubbly.
- Serving: Remove from oven, let rest briefly, and serve alongside a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Prevent Pasta Mushiness: Cook egg noodles just until al dente to maintain texture, as they’ll continue softening during baking.
- Balance Sauce Consistency: Whisk sauce ingredients thoroughly to prevent lumps and ensure smooth, even coating across noodles and chicken.
- Optimize Cheese Melting: Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and more vibrant flavor compared to pre-packaged options.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Swap regular noodles with gluten-free varieties and use low-sodium soup for healthier alternative without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg