Description
Chicken Noodle Casserole is the quintessential comfort food that transforms busy weeknight dinners into a delightful experience. This cheesy, hearty dish combines tender egg noodles with juicy chicken and a medley of vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy sauce. Topped with golden, crunchy breadcrumbs and melted cheddar cheese, it’s sure to please both kids and adults alike. Not only is this casserole easy to prepare, but it also allows for customization based on your family’s preferences—swap out veggies or cheese to create your perfect version. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this Chicken Noodle Casserole will satisfy every craving.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dry egg noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken (diced)
- 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas or veggie medley
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the egg noodles until al dente; drain well.
- In a 2-quart baking dish, mix together the cooked noodles, diced chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, frozen peas or veggie medley, and black pepper until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, and melted butter.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until hot and bubbly; broil for an additional minute if desired for browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg