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Ultimate Chicken Casserole

This Ultimate Chicken Casserole is a comforting, one-dish meal featuring creamy, cheesy goodness with protein-packed shredded chicken, tender egg noodles, and a buttery cracker topping. It’s versatile enough for a family dinner and makes even better leftovers the next day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken rotisserie chicken works great
  • 3 cups cooked egg noodles about 6 oz dry
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn, green beans
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup crushed buttery crackers make sure they're Halal-certified if needed
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Cook about 6 oz of dry egg noodles according to the package directions, then drain well.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked egg noodles, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk.
  4. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
  5. Spread the creamy mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish, ensuring it reaches the corners.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
  7. Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the casserole.
  8. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the edges bubble and the topping turns a golden brown.
  9. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

This casserole is extremely adaptable—swap out the vegetables or even the protein to suit your pantry. Leftover turkey or even meatless alternatives like chickpeas or tofu work nicely. The buttery cracker topping can also be varied with panko, crushed chips, or almond meal for an extra crunch. It’s a perfect comfort food for busy weeknights and reheat-friendly for lunch the next day.