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Creamy Chicken and Egg Noodle Casserole

A comforting, creamy casserole made with shredded chicken and egg noodles, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or potlucks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded Chicken breast is ideal; can substitute with turkey.
  • 12 oz egg noodles Penne, rotini, or cooked rice may be used as alternatives.
  • 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom or celery.
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter alternative.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Use sharp or mild cheese; mozzarella can be mixed for stretch.
  • 1 cup milk

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika Adds mild warmth and color.

Garnish

  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions Optional for freshness.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Boil the egg noodles in salted water until just shy of al dente (about 1-2 minutes less than package directions). Drain and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
  • Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika into the creamy mixture.
  • Add the shredded chicken and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar to the bowl; stir until evenly combined.
  • Fold the drained noodles into the chicken mixture, making sure every strand is coated.
  • Transfer everything to the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar over the casserole.

Baking

  • Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and beginning to brown.
  • Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For best results, cook noodles slightly under, use mild seasonings for a kid-friendly dish, and adjust salt based on soup sodium level.
Keyword casserole, Chicken Casserole, Comfort Food, Egg Noodles, Quick Dinner