Chicken Egg Noodle Casserole: the easy recipe for a wholesome dinner
Once the weather begins to turn, many of us will start craving hearty comfort foods to help keep the cold at bay. If you've been searching for a wholesome dish to make this winter, look no further than this easy chicken egg noodle casserole recipe. This creamy casserole is packed with tender noodles and tender chicken cooked in a rich mix of sour cream, milk, and cream of chicken soup and garnished with salty, buttery crackers.
It's a great dish for feeding a crowd and is also a fantastic way to use up leftover cooked chicken. With its hearty texture and savory, mouthwatering flavors, this chicken egg noodle casserole will be a sure-fire hit with your family!
How to make Chicken Egg Noodle Casserole
Making this chicken egg noodle casserole is easier than you may think. Cook the noodles, drain and add into a bowl where you combined sour cream, milk, cream of chicken soup, salt and pepper, then add in chicken breast and pour the mixture into a casserole dish. In another bowl, mix crackers and butter, and sprinkle the mixture over the casserole. Bake in the oven for up to 35 minutes at 350°F.
Tips for Making Best Chicken Egg Noodle Casserole
– Be sure to cook the noodles before mixing them into the other ingredients. Cook the noodles to the packet's instructions for al dente.
– If your casserole isn't thickening, add in a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a tablespoon of water, of some flour.
– Whole milk will give your chicken egg noodle casserole a creamier texture, but you can use reduced-fat milk and reduced-fat sour cream if you prefer.
– Sprinkle some cheese over the top of your casserole to make it even richer and tastier.
– Make this tasty casserole even heartier and healthier by adding in some chopped veggies. Broccoli, bell pepper, potatoes, carrots, peas, and mushrooms make delicious additions.
– If you don't have any cream of chicken soup on hand, cream of mushroom will taste just as delicious.
– For an ultra-rich casserole, swap out the sour cream and use cream cheese instead.
– For extra crunch, try swapping out the crackers for potato chips.
What to serve with Chicken Noodle Casserole
You can serve this casserole recipe with a light side such as a green salad, roasted broccoli, or sauteed mushrooms.
How to store Chicken Noodle Casserole
Store this chicken noodle casserole in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I Freeze Chicken Egg Noodle Casserole?
You can freeze your chicken egg noodle casserole for up to 2 months, however, neither noodles nor milk or sour cream freeze well.
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Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350F. Grease a casserole dish.
Prepare the noodles according to the directions on the packet. Drain and set aside.
Whisk sour cream and milk in a large bowl.
Add in condensed cream of chicken soup.
Add in salt, and pepper.
Mix in noodles.
Add in chicken.
Pour the mixture into the casserole dish.
In a small bowl, whisk crackers and butter.
Sprinkle the crackers over the casserole.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Use a 13×9-inch casserole dish for this recipe.
