Cracker Crumb Topped Chicken and Noodle Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cracker Crumb Topped Chicken and Noodle Casserole, a hearty dish that combines tender egg noodles, juicy shredded chicken, and a creamy, flavorful sauce. Packed with family-friendly ingredients like cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and a medley of peas and carrots, this casserole is finished off with a golden, buttery Ritz cracker crumb topping that adds irresistible crunch to every bite. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. Plus, with optional Parmesan cheese for an added savory kick, each slice of this dish will have your guests coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz Egg noodles
• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
• 10.5 oz Cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1 cup Frozen peas and carrots
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 1.5 cups Ritz crackers, crushed
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the cooked egg noodles, shredded chicken, frozen peas and carrots, and chopped onion to the bowl. Toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 5

Transfer the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out into an even layer.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the cracker crumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole. If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the crumbs.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy this delicious, comforting casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2455.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4880.2

Total Fat 229.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 1017.2mg	0%
Sodium 8265.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 400.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 61.2g
Protein 304.1g	0%

Vitamin D 71.8IU	0%
Calcium 1397.0mg	0%
Iron 24.0mg	0%
Potassium 3121.7mg	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: 42.2%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 32.8%