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Chicken Casserole

A comforting and hearty chicken casserole featuring seasoned chicken, egg noodles, and creamy sauce topped with melted cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 8 ounces egg noodles Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom soup.
  • 1 cup milk Dairy-free options available.
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots Feel free to use other vegetables.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar works great.
Seasonings
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain them.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, frozen peas and carrots, and the cooked noodles.
  4. Season the mixture with black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, stirring until everything is well mixed.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure even cooking.
  6. Top the casserole with shredded cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until it’s heated through and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

For added flavor, use Italian seasoning or thyme. This casserole can be stored for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 2-3 months.