Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole
User Reviews
4.1
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
378 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole
Description
This casserole brings together cooked egg noodles with a creamy mixture of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups, milk, and seasonings including garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Shredded chicken and frozen mixed vegetables add protein and color. Melted butter added to the mix enriches the sauce, which coats the noodles evenly.
After combining, the mixture is spread in a greased casserole dish, then topped with shredded cheddar and crushed Ritz crackers. Baking covered first locks in moisture, then uncovering allows the cracker topping and cheese to brown and crisp slightly, adding texture.
The flavor is mild and creamy with familiar savory notes from the soups and seasoning blend. The cheesy topping balances the softness of the noodles and chicken, and the mixed vegetables contribute some textural variety. This casserole provides a straightforward, filling option suited for family meals or leftovers.
Ingredients
- 3 cups egg noodles
- 2 cups chicken cooked, shredded
- 12 oz mixed vegetables frozen
- 1 cup milk
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoon butter melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 6-7 Ritz crackers crushed
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, frozen veggies, milk, cream of mushroom, cream of chicken, salt, pepper, onion powder, melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Spray a casserole dish (9 x 13) with cooking spray or grease it.
- Pour pasta mixture into dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle cheese and crushed cracker on top of casserole.
- Bake in a preheated oven, 350, for 30 minutes covered with foil, 10 minutes uncovered.
- Remove from oven and serve! Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 378 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 378kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 1113mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 425mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 3281IU | 66% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 156mg | 16% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.1
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