Kathy's Country Chicken Casserole

Warm, hearty, and undeniably comforting, Kathy's Country Chicken Casserole is the perfect one-dish meal for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. This recipe combines tender chunks of chicken, al dente egg noodles, and a creamy blend of sour cream and cheddar cheese, all folded together with vibrant veggies like peas, carrots, and onions. Topped with a buttery, golden crust of crushed Ritz crackers, this dish delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleaser is easy to prepare and bursting with homestyle flavor. Serve it straight from the oven for a piping-hot, soul-soothing dinner that tastes like home. Perfect for meal preppers and casserole lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 12 ounces egg noodles
• 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or a little olive oil.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Step 3

Meanwhile, season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken, let it rest for a few minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, frozen peas, carrots, and chopped onion. Mix until well incorporated.

Step 5

Add the cooked noodles and diced chicken to the mixing bowl and gently stir to coat everything evenly with the creamy mixture.

Step 6

Spread the chicken and noodle mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole as a topping.

Step 8

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2731.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5195.2

Total Fat 293.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 144.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 1070.2mg	0%
Sodium 8521.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 366.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 72.7g
Protein 287.7g	0%

Vitamin D 228.0IU	0%
Calcium 2582.6mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 3729.3mg	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: 50.2%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 27.9%