Description
Hearty chicken noodle casserole brings comfort and warmth to family dinner tables. Simple ingredients and quick preparation make this classic dish a reliable choice for home cooks seeking delicious, satisfying meals you can enjoy together.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups shredded chicken
Noodles and Vegetables:
- 3 cups cooked egg noodles
- 1 cup frozen peas
Sauce and Cheese:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional Topping:
- Breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace and gather all necessary ingredients for a seamless cooking experience.
- Thoroughly mix shredded chicken with tender noodles, adding vibrant green peas for color and nutrition.
- Blend cream of mushroom soup, milk, and sour cream to create a rich, creamy base that coats the ingredients evenly.
- Enhance the flavor profile with a judicious sprinkle of salt and pepper, ensuring balanced seasoning throughout the mixture.
- Incorporate shredded cheese to introduce a luxurious, melty texture and additional depth of flavor.
- Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Carefully transfer the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it uniformly.
- Optional: Garnish the top with an extra layer of cheese and crispy breadcrumbs for a delightful golden crust.
- Place in a preheated oven at 350F (175C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until the surface turns golden and the edges become bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes, helping the ingredients settle and making it easier to serve.
- Slice and plate the casserole, ensuring each serving captures the harmonious blend of ingredients.
Notes
- Swap out regular noodles for gluten-free alternatives to make this casserole suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Add a splash of white wine or chicken broth to enhance the depth of flavor and create a more complex taste profile.
- Boost nutrition by mixing in extra vegetables like diced carrots, spinach, or roasted bell peppers for added color and vitamins.
- Create a crispy top layer by toasting the breadcrumbs in a skillet with a bit of butter before sprinkling them over the casserole for extra crunch and golden-brown texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg