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Creamy chicken noodle casserole baked with egg noodles, tender chicken, vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese
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Chicken Noodle Casserole

A creamy chicken noodle casserole made with tender chicken, egg noodles, vegetables, and melted cheddar, baked until golden and bubbly—perfect for family dinners, potlucks, and make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner / Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories:
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Casserole:
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 8 oz egg noodles, uncooked
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
  • ½ cup diced celery (optional)
  • ½ cup diced onion (optional)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Topping:
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin:
  2. Prepare your cookware as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your equipment and ingredients.
  3. Preheat Oven
  4. Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Cook the Noodles
  6. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook noodles according to package directions until al dente, meaning tender but still slightly firm. Drain thoroughly to remove excess moisture.
  7. Prepare Sauce
  8. In a large bowl, whisk soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  9. Combine Filling
  10. Add cooked chicken, drained noodles, cheese, vegetables, celery, and onion. Stir gently until evenly coated.
  11. Transfer to Dish
  12. Spread mixture evenly into prepared baking dish.
  13. Add Topping
  14. Mix breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over casserole. Add extra cheese if desired.
  15. Bake
  16. Bake for about 25–30 minutes, or until the topping appears lightly golden, the edges are bubbling, and the center is hot throughout. Cooking time may vary depending on oven performance.
  17. Rest Before Serving
  18. Let stand 5–10 minutes so the sauce thickens slightly and portions hold together.

Notes

  • Cook noodles just to al dente and drain well to prevent a watery casserole.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze assembled unbaked casserole for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat covered at 350°F (175°C) or microwave portions until heated through.