Description
A comforting, creamy, and cheesy casserole loaded with tender chicken, egg noodles, and a crispy, buttery cracker topping. This hearty dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 12 oz egg noodles (wide or extra-wide)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (for a creamy base)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (adds depth of flavor)
- 1 cup sour cream (for tanginess and creaminess)
- 1 cup chicken broth (adds moisture and flavor)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for a cheesy topping)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (adds color and nutrition)
- 1/2 cup diced carrots (for sweetness and texture)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for a savory kick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz, for a crunchy topping)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (to bind the cracker crumbs)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Noodles:
- Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add the shredded chicken, cooked noodles, peas, carrots, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the sauce mixture. Mix well.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Add the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the crushed crackers with the melted butter.
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Serve:
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a smoother sauce, whisk the soups and sour cream together before adding the broth.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Amish-Inspired