Chicken Noodle Casserole
Comfort in a Bowl: Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole
There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of creamy chicken noodle casserole on a chilly day. This classic comfort food is the perfect blend of tender noodles, flavorful chicken, and a rich, creamy sauce. It’s a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for the whole family.
This easy-to-make recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner, you can whip up this delicious casserole in no time. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
Ingredients
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- 12 oz wide egg noodles (cooked according to package direction + drained)
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1/2 onion, finely diced
- 2 carrot stalks finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks finely chopped
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 tsp celery salt
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt & pepper
- 1 can Cream of Mushroom soup
- 6 oz frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 3–4 cup shredded cooked chicken (we used rotisserie chicken)
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup coarsely crushed crackers (we used Ritz)
- 12 Tbsp butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Melt 2 Tbsp butter in large skillet or saucepan. Add in your onion, celery and carrots and saute until softened.
- Add your flour and mix until a thin paste covers your vegetables.
- Add in your chicken broth and stir until combined. Add in milk, spices, Cream of Mushroom soup and mix until smooth. Add in your peas to warm up.
- Add in your cheeses and mix all together so you can assemble.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine your cooked egg noodles, shredded chicken and creamy vegetable mixture and stir until all combined well.
- In a side small bowl, add your panko, crushed cracker and 12 Tbsp melted butter. Mix well.
- To assemble – in a large baking dish add in your noodle mixture and evenly distribute in dish. Top with your panko/cracker mixture on top – evenly distribute it as well.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubble and top is a golden brown. Let rest for 5-10 minutes. Top with parsley (optional) and enjoy!
Keywords: Main Dish, Chicken, Casserole, Noodle Soup
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