Chicken Noodle Casserole
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
343 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Noodle Casserole
Description
This casserole begins by boiling egg noodles just shy of fully cooked, adding broccoli florets near the end of the boil to soften them without overcooking. Combined in a greased casserole dish, the noodles and broccoli are mixed with cooked chicken, condensed cream of chicken soup for creaminess, sour cream for tang, garlic powder for mild savory notes, and chopped scallions for subtle onion flavor. Half of the cheddar cheese is stirred in, while the rest tops the casserole.
Baking covered at 375F allows the flavors to meld and the cheese to melt thoroughly; uncovering and broiling briefly at the end creates a golden crust. The dish is served warm and can be seasoned further with salt and pepper to taste.
Adjustments include using fresh or frozen broccoli, with recommendations for handling each form to maintain texture and flavor, ensuring the casserole remains balanced and not soggy.
Ingredients
- 3 cups egg noodles uncooked
- 4 cups broccoli see note, florets
- 2 cups chicken cooked
- 2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup condensed
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup scallions chopped
- 2 cups cheddar cheese divided, grated
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F and move the rack to the middle position.
- Boil a pot of water and cook the egg noodles for 1 minute less than the package directions indicate. Add the broccoli to the pot 2 minutes before the noodles are done. Drain and transfer to a 9x13 casserole dish.
- To the casserole dish, add the chicken, condensed soup, sour cream, garlic powder, scallions, and half the cheddar. Toss and then smooth into an even layer.
- Top with the rest of the cheese, then cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Uncover and broil if desired.
- Serve immediately with extra salt & pepper if needed.
Notes
- Fresh broccoli generally yields about 3-4 cups per pound when cut into florets; adjust amount as needed.
- If using frozen broccoli, thaw and drain it before adding to the casserole or briefly add it during noodle boiling to prevent mushiness.
- Serves approximately 6 to 8 people depending on portion size.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 758mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 392mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 926IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 52mg | 58% |
| Calcium | 269mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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