Baked Chicken Noodle Casserole (Printable view)

Tender noodles and creamy chicken combined with cheese, baked to a golden finish for a satisfying dish.

# What You Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz egg noodles

→ Protein & Dairy

02 - 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 2 cups whole milk
06 - 1/2 cup sour cream
07 - 2 cans (10.5 oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup

→ Vegetables

08 - 1 cup frozen peas
09 - 1 cup diced carrots, fresh or frozen
10 - 1/2 cup diced onion

→ Seasonings

11 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 1 tsp dried thyme
13 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
14 - 1/2 tsp salt, adjust to taste
15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

→ Topping

16 - 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
17 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Boil the egg noodles in salted water, cooking 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced onion and carrots for 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook an additional minute.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk together condensed cream of chicken soup, whole milk, and sour cream until smooth.
05 - Stir cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, frozen peas, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper into the dairy mixture until well combined.
06 - Fold cooked noodles gently into the combined mixture until evenly distributed.
07 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
08 - Mix fresh breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the casserole surface.
09 - Bake uncovered at 375°F for 30 to 35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the filling bubbles.
10 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and satisfying family meal
  • Creamy texture with melty cheese
02 -
  • Substitute rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • Add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor
03 -
  • Use whole-wheat noodles for added fiber
  • Pairs well with a simple green salad and a crisp white wine
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