Chicken Noodle Casserole

Comfort food meets family-friendly convenience with this creamy and cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole, the ultimate one-dish meal packed with flavor and nourishment. Tender egg noodles are tossed with shredded chicken, a velvety blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth, plus a medley of colorful peas and carrots for a pop of freshness. Topped with sharp cheddar cheese and golden, buttery breadcrumbs, this casserole bakes to bubbly perfection in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With a prep time of only 15 minutes, this easy chicken noodle casserole recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser that's as satisfying as it is simple. Serve it warm and watch it become a new family favorite! Keywords: chicken noodle casserole recipe, creamy chicken casserole, family dinner ideas, easy comfort food recipes, weeknight casserole meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz egg noodles
• 2 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with a bit of butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain well.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth. Stir until everything is well incorporated.

Step 4

Add the thawed peas and carrots, chopped onion, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture. Season with salt and black pepper. Mix again until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with breadcrumbs. Stir until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated with butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheese topping.

Step 8

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your hearty chicken noodle casserole warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2247.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3585.1

Total Fat 183.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 963.2mg	0%
Sodium 7665.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 239.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 44.5g
Protein 259.7g	0%

Vitamin D 133.8IU	0%
Calcium 2361.8mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 2507.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 26.3%