Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

Ultimate Comfort Food in One Dish

Why You’ll Love This

πŸ§€ Extra cheesy with three types of melty goodness
πŸ— Uses rotisserie chicken for zero stress
⏱ Ready in 35 minutes – faster than delivery
πŸ‘¨πŸ‘©πŸ‘§πŸ‘¦ Family-approved – even picky eaters clean their plates

Ingredients

Casserole Base

12 oz egg noodles
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
Β½ cup chicken broth
1 tsp garlic powder
Β½ tsp onion powder
Β½ tsp black pepper

Cheese Layers

1Β½ cups shredded cheddar
1 cup shredded mozzarella
Β½ cup grated Parmesan

Crispy Topping

1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp chopped parsley

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Noodle Prep

  1. Cook noodles 2 minutes less than package directs. Drain.

2. Mix the Magic

  1. In large bowl, combine chicken, soup, sour cream, broth and seasonings.
  2. Fold in cooked noodles and 1 cup cheddar.

3. Layer & Bake

  1. Spread mixture in greased 9×13″ dish.
  2. Top with remaining cheeses.
  3. Mix cracker crumbs with butter; sprinkle over top.
  4. Bake at 375Β°F (190Β°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.

4. Finish & Serve

Broil 2 minutes for extra golden topping. Garnish with parsley.

Pro Tips

πŸ₯› Lighter option: Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream
🌢 Kick it up: Add ¼ tsp cayenne to seasoning mix
πŸ”„ Make ahead: Assemble (without topping) and refrigerate overnight

Serving Suggestions

πŸ₯— Pair with crisp romaine salad
🍞 Serve with garlic breadsticks
πŸ₯¦ Stir in 1 cup broccoli florets for veggie boost

“The creamy, cheesy hug your weeknight needs!” πŸ’›

Storage: Keeps refrigerated 3 days. Freezes well before baking.

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