Description
This Ultimate Chicken Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. Loaded with tender chicken, creamy sauce, veggies, and topped with a crunchy buttery crumb topping, it’s a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 2 cups cooked egg noodles
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Casserole: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked egg noodles, peas and carrots, sour cream, mayonnaise, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Assemble: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Make the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter, then sprinkle evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works great for this recipe.
- You can swap in broccoli or green beans for the veggies.
- Add cooked bacon or extra cheese for a more indulgent twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
