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Chicken Egg Noodle Casserole Recipe

Old Fashioned Chicken Noodle Casserole is the ultimate comfort food dinner with tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and egg noodles, all smothered in a rich, creamy savory sauce!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 8
Calories: 471 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces wide egg noodles
  • 10- ounce package frozen mixed vegetables
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic 
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 sleeve Ritz cracker crumbs

Instructions

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  1. Cook the noodles according to the package directions, then drain well.
  2. Combine the vegetables, and chicken with the noodles.
  3. Heat the oven to 400°. Spray a 9x13 inch pan with cooking spray. Pour the noodles into the pan.
  4. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a saute pan. Cook the onion and garlic for 3 minutes, then stir in the flour, salt and pepper and cook for another minute.
  5. Whisk in the broth, milk, heavy cream, and thyme and cook until the sauce begins to thicken.
  6. Stir the sauce into the noodles, then stir in half the cheese.
  7. Melt the remaining cheese and crush the crackers, then pour the butter over the crackers.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the noodles and spread the crackers over the cheese.
  9. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until bubbly and the top has browned.

Notes

  • Don't overcook the noodles: They will continue to cook in the oven, so it's best to cook them until they're al dente. This way, they won't become mushy during the baking process.
  • Customize your veggies: Feel free to mix up the veggies based on what you have on hand or your family's preferences. Corn, bell peppers, or even spinach could be great additions!
  • Make it crispy: For an extra crunch, add more crushed Ritz crackers on top.
  • Spice it up: If you enjoy a bit of heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freezing: May be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition Information

Calories 471kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 43g (14%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 103mg (34%) Sodium 479mg (20%) Potassium 357mg (10%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2541IU (51%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 330mg (33%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 471

% Daily Value*

Calories 471kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 43g 14%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.4g 20%
Cholesterol 103mg 34%
Sodium 479mg 20%
Potassium 357mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2541IU 51%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 330mg 33%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.