Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole with Crispy Cracker Topping

Name: Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole with Crispy Cracker Topping
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 3 cups Cooked chicken, shredded or diced; 8 oz Egg noodles, cooked al dente; 1 (10.5 oz) can Cream of chicken soup (condensed); 1/2 cup Milk; 1/2 cup Frozen peas; 1/2 cup Frozen diced carrots; 1/4 cup Diced yellow onion; 1/4 cup Diced celery; 1/2 tsp Garlic powder; 1/4 tsp Black pepper; 1 cup Ritz-style crackers, crushed; 3 tbsp Unsalted butter, melted

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Perfect for a chilly March evening, this hearty casserole brings warmth and nostalgia to the dinner table. Cooked chicken and al dente egg noodles are enveloped in a savory cream sauce with a medley of vegetables. The crowning glory is a golden-brown, crispy cracker topping that adds a delightful texture contrast to every creamy bite. It's a comforting dish that's easy to prepare and always a family favorite.

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Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole with Crispy Cracker Topping

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time30 min

Servings6 servings

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dishLarge mixing bowlSmall mixing bowl

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked egg noodles, cream of chicken soup, milk, frozen peas, frozen carrots, diced onion, diced celery, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
3
Pour the chicken noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
4
In a small bowl, combine the crushed crackers and melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are thoroughly coated with butter.
5
Evenly sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs over the top of the chicken noodle mixture in the baking dish.
6
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the cracker topping is golden brown and crispy. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories480 kcal

Protein30g

Fat22g

Carbohydrates

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh vegetables instead of frozen?

Absolutely! If using fresh peas and carrots, you might want to lightly steam or sauté them for a few minutes before adding them to the casserole to ensure they cook through evenly.

How can I make this casserole ahead of time?

You can assemble the casserole (without the cracker topping) up to a day in advance. Cover and refrigerate. When ready to bake, add the cracker topping and bake as directed, adding an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if starting from cold.

What kind of chicken is best for this recipe?

Any cooked chicken works well. Leftover rotisserie chicken is a fantastic time-saver, or you can boil or bake chicken breasts specifically for this dish.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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