Chicken Noodle Casserole
A nostalgic twist on a childhood favorite, this Chicken Noodle Casserole blends leftover rotisserie chicken with cream of chicken soup for an easy and delicious meal. The creamy mix of chicken, noodles, and peas, topped with a buttery cracker crust, brings comfort to the contemporary kitchen. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for a quick trip down memory lane.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Saucepan
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Ingredients
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken cooked and shredded
- 8 oz egg noodles cooked according to package instructions
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups crushed buttery crackers for topping
- ¼ cup melted butter for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken and cooked egg noodles.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined and heated through.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken and noodles in the mixing bowl. Add the frozen peas, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix together the crushed buttery crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the casserole by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- This casserole is a great way to use leftover rotisserie chicken, but you can also use cooked chicken breasts or thighs.
- Make it ahead: Prepare the casserole up to the point of baking, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. When ready to serve, let it come to room temperature and then bake as directed.
- Enjoy the journey back to childhood with this delicious and comforting casserole!