Description
Chicken Noodle Casserole brings comfort straight from Grandma’s kitchen, warming hearts with its creamy, cheesy goodness. Crispy edges, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked noodles create a delicious meal that feels like a warm hug on your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken
- 8 ounces (226 grams) egg noodles
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Crank your oven to a precise 350°F (175°C) with the rack positioned in the center.
- Boil 8 ounces (226 grams) of egg noodles in salted water until perfectly tender, about 7-8 minutes. Drain completely in a colander.
- Grab a spacious mixing bowl and combine 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, the cooked noodles, 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup, ½ cup chicken broth, 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter. Transfer the mixed casserole contents into the dish, spreading the mixture to create an even layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese across the top of the casserole.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and slide into the preheated oven. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese turns golden and the edges bubble enthusiastically.
Notes
- Swap rotisserie chicken for a quick time-saver and extra flavor boost.
- Fresh vegetables can replace frozen for a more vibrant texture and nutritional profile.
- Gluten-free alternatives work great by using gluten-free noodles and checking soup ingredients.
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly, so let chicken and cheese sit out briefly before mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg