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Baked Chicken Noodle Casserole with vegetables and noodles in a creamy sauce

Easy Chicken Noodle Casserole

A delightful dish combining tender chicken and fluffy noodles wrapped in a creamy, velvety sauce, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 12 oz Egg noodles Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1 can Cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Can experiment with different cheeses.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Add more if the sauce seems thick.
  • 1/2 cup Frozen peas
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
  • 1/2 cup Bread crumbs For topping, optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper.
  4. Stir in the cooked noodles and frozen peas until well combined.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, followed by bread crumbs if desired.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
  2. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. A splash of extra milk can help thin the sauce if too thick.