Crunchy Chicken and Cheese Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Crunchy Chicken and Cheese Casserole, a family-friendly favorite that's bursting with flavor and texture. Juicy shredded chicken, tender egg noodles, and a creamy, cheesy sauce seasoned with garlic and onion powders come together in a symphony of savory goodness. Topped with a golden, buttery layer of crushed crackers, this baked casserole offers the perfect balance of gooey and crunchy in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's a time-saving weeknight dinner that’s sure to please. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve this deliciously hearty dish straight from the oven to your table. Perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers the next day, this recipe is guaranteed to become your go-to for quick, satisfying comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
• 8 ounces Egg noodles (uncooked)
• 2 cups Cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Crushed butter crackers (e.g., Ritz)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Add the cooked egg noodles to the chicken mixture and gently toss to coat the noodles evenly in the sauce.

Step 5

Pour the chicken and noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the crushed butter crackers with the melted butter until the mixture resembles a crumbly topping.

Step 7

Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1545.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3919.4

Total Fat 226.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 792.9mg	0%
Sodium 6947.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 341.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 45.7g
Protein 161.8g	0%

Vitamin D 119.0IU	0%
Calcium 1964.3mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1560.9mg	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: 50.3%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 33.7%