Description
A warm and creamy casserole featuring tender chicken, egg noodles, and a cheesy topping that embodies the essence of southern comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, diced onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Gently fold in the cooked egg noodles.
- If using, fold in the frozen mixed vegetables.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can prepare this casserole in advance and refrigerate. Adjust baking time if baking from cold. For added flavor, customize with spices or additional veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken, comfort food, southern, creamy, easy dinner