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Crazy Good Casserole

Creamy chicken and bacon casserole with egg noodles and melted cheese in a comforting dinner ready in 50 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large cooked chicken breasts shredded
  • 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz / 300 g
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon about 6 slices
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the egg noodles and cook for 5-6 minutes until just al dente. Drain thoroughly without rinsing and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk until completely smooth. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to distribute the seasonings evenly.
  4. Add the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, ¾ cup of the cheddar cheese, and half of the crumbled bacon to the sauce mixture. Fold everything together until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer, pressing down gently to eliminate air pockets.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining ¾ cup of cheddar cheese and remaining bacon evenly over the top of the casserole.
  7. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and golden brown spots form on top.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through or in the microwave for 2-3 minutes. Freezes well for up to 3 months. Make-Ahead: Assemble completely and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10 minutes to covered baking time if cooking from cold. Substitutions: Use rotisserie chicken for convenience, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream, or try whole grain egg noodles. Can use different pasta shapes like rotini or penne. For gluten-free, use gluten-free noodles and check soup ingredients.