Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8 people
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Calories
422 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipe
Description
Chicken Noodle Casserole uses cooked egg noodles stirred together with cooked chicken, mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, milk, and cheddar cheese. The balance of creamy soup and cheese coats the noodles and veggies, creating a rich, moist filling. Breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter add a crisp, golden topping once baked at 425°F.
The dish delivers a mix of soft noodles and tender chicken with a crunchy top layer, offering a contrast in texture. This casserole can be prepared with homemade or store-bought chicken, which saves time while maintaining heartiness. Thawed vegetables integrate freshness and color.
It is convenient for make-ahead meals, and leftovers keep well refrigerated or frozen up to three months. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess without drying out the noodles.
Cooking chicken breasts with simple seasoning before shredding adds flavor if preparing from scratch.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles wide
- 2 cups chicken chopped, cooked
- 20 ounces cream of chicken soup 2 cans
- 1 cup milk
- 10 ounces mixed vegetables 1 package, thawed, frozen
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425℉.
- Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, stir together the noodles, chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, vegetables, cheese, salt and pepper. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, stir together the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 20 minutes until warm and bubbly. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Use cooked shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken to reduce prep time.
- When cooking chicken breasts for this casserole, bake with olive oil and seasonings at 400°F for 22-26 minutes depending on thickness.
- Thaw frozen vegetables in the fridge overnight or microwave before adding to the casserole.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 422 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 422kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 704mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 355mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2248IU | 45% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 181mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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