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Ultimate Creamy & Easy Chicken Noodle Casserole with Crunchy Topping

A close-up of a square serving of creamy chicken noodle casserole with a golden, cheesy, and crunchy topping.
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This recipe delivers the ultimate comfort food experience: a creamy, savory chicken noodle casserole topped with a satisfyingly crunchy layer. It uses simple ingredients for an easy weeknight dinner that tastes like a nostalgic family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces egg noodles
  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, frozen vegetables, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Gently fold the cooked egg noodles into the chicken mixture.
  5. Spread the entire mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. In a small bowl, toss the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until coated. Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the breadcrumb topping.
  9. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  10. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra savory base, sauté 1/2 cup of chopped onion in 1 tablespoon of butter before mixing it into the sauce ingredients.
  • You can make this casserole ahead of time. Assemble the entire dish, cover it, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add about 10 minutes to the initial covered baking time if baking straight from the refrigerator.
  • This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed green beans for a complete family dinner.

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