Best 12 Easy Noodle And Chicken Casserole Recipes

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Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating a delectable noodle and chicken casserole, a dish that harmoniously blends tender chicken, savory noodles, and a symphony of flavors. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, this article will guide you through the necessary steps, from choosing the right ingredients to mastering the art of casserole baking.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Savor the comfort of chicken noodle soup in casserole form with this light, flavorful meal, best served with a side of crusty bread and a green salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

12 oz uncooked wide egg noodles (about 7 cups)
1/4 cup butter
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 cup finely chopped carrots
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup Progresso™ Panko Italian style crispy bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain egg noodles as directed on package.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat. Cook celery, onions, carrots and garlic in butter 6 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Add 2 1/2 cups of the chicken broth, the thyme, salt and pepper to skillet; heat to boiling. In small measuring cup, beat remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth and the flour with whisk. Stir into hot chicken broth mixture in skillet. Simmer and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat; stir in whipping cream and shredded chicken.
  • Add cooked egg noodles to baking dish; stir in chicken mixture until mixed well. Cover; bake 30 to 35 minutes or until casserole is heated through.
  • Meanwhile, in 8-inch nonstick skillet, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Cook bread crumbs in butter 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over baked casserole. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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It is easy to prepare and everyone I have made it for really likes it! Serve with bread and your favorite vegetables, if desired. (Note: You can also use 2 pounds of chicken breast meat instead of a whole chicken; I like to cook my chicken ahead of time and freeze it, so that it is even quicker to make when I'm ready).

Provided by Daniella Stevens

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Noodles

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3 pound) chicken - cooked, deboned and shredded
6 ounces spaghetti
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until it is al dente (about 8 to 10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish combine the shredded chicken, cooked spaghetti, soups, water, salt and pepper. Mix all together. Sprinkle cheese on top of mixture and bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and turning slightly brown. Let cool 10 minutes and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 128.5 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 45.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 884.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

CHICKEN & EGG NOODLE CASSEROLE



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A friend and her family went through a really difficult time, and I felt so awful for them. Bringing over this chicken noodle casserole was the one thing I could think of to help them out in a tiny way and let them know I was thinking of them. -Lin Krankel, Oxford, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups uncooked egg noodles (about 12 ounces)
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 20 crackers)
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions for al dente; drain., In a large bowl, whisk soup, sour cream, milk, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in chicken and noodles. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix crushed crackers and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake until bubbly, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 820mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHEAP CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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A mixture of chicken, soup, milk, peas and carrots baked with egg noodles, cheese and bread. My husband hates tuna, so I improvised my mom's tuna casserole recipe. Both he and my brother-in-law love it!

Provided by Caryn

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) package egg noodles, cooked
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 ¼ cups milk
1 (14.5 ounce) can peas and carrots, drained
salt and pepper to taste
paprika to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 slices Monterey Jack cheese
4 slices soft white bread, cubed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread cooked egg noodles in a 9x13 inch baking dish and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, saute cubed chicken meat with onion for about 7 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside. Add the soup, milk, peas and carrots and stir together. Season with salt and pepper, paprika and chili powder to taste. Stir until just bubbly and remove from heat.
  • Stir chicken mixture into noodles in baking dish until well combined; top with cheese slices, then bread cubes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes or until bread is toasted; serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.2 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 1164.7 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

HEARTY CHICKEN AND NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Chicken, mixed vegetables, noodles and cheese are brought together in this rich and crowd-pleasing casserole.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Campbell's Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (Regular, 98% Fat Free or 25% Less Sodium)
½ cup milk
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
2 cups medium egg noodles, cooked and drained
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Stir soup, milk, black pepper, vegetables, chicken, noodles and Parmesan cheese in 1 1/2-quart casserole.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F for 25 minutes or until hot. Stir.
  • Top with the Cheddar cheese.

CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE I



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Creamy chicken and noodle casserole topped with crushed crackers. Wonderful as leftovers topped with melted cheese!

Provided by Dawne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
6 ounces egg noodles
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 cup crumbled buttery round crackers
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • Poach chicken in a large pot of simmering water. Cook until no longer pink in center, about 12 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside. Bring chicken cooking water to a boil and cook pasta in it. Drain. Cut chicken into small pieces, and mix with noodles.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together mushroom soup, chicken soup, and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Gently stir together cream soup mixture with the chicken mixture. Place in a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan, and remove from heat. Stir in crumbled crackers. Top casserole with the buttery crackers.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes, until heated through and browned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 132.6 mg, Fat 34.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.7 g, Sodium 894.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Everyone who tries this comforting, cheesy chicken and noodle casserole asks for the recipe. It's so simple to make that sometimes I feel like I'm cheating! -Kay Pederson, Yellville, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
12 ounces egg noodles, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Stir in the chicken, onion, peppers, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Add noodles and toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes longer. , Freeze option: Sprinkle remaining cheeses over unbaked casserole. Cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 34 g fat (12 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143 mg cholesterol, Sodium 752 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47 g carbohydrate, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 32 g protein.

CHICKEN CASSEROLE WITH NOODLES



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Creamy and delicious chicken casserole with noodles and vegetables. Easy to make and sure to become a family favorite!

Provided by J.Dayon

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (8 ounce) package egg noodles
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
1 onion, diced
1 (10.5 ounce) can fat-free cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.5 ounce) can fat-free cream of chicken soup
1 cup low-fat sour cream
1 rotisserie chicken, skinned and boned, meat pulled into large chunks
1 (8 ounce) package button mushrooms, quartered
½ cup frozen peas
6 slices American cheese, or more to taste
½ cup bread crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots, celery, and onion and saute until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • While vegetables are cooking, mix condensed mushroom and chicken soups with sour cream in a large bowl.
  • Add egg noodles, cooked carrot mixture, chicken, mushrooms, and peas; stir to combine. Pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread in an even layer. Lay American cheese slices over top, sprinkle with bread crumbs, and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and bubbly, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 101.4 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 687.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

EASY CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Easy to throw together, and easy to lower the fat content. Substitute low fat cream of mushroom soup and use skim milk. Voila, lower fat :)

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups egg noodles, cooked and drained
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup milk
6 ounces chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes
10 ounces frozen mixed vegetables

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and place in a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Substitution ideas: To kick it up a little, try using Rotel tomatoes in place of regular.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.7, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 40.9, Sodium 711.8, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.8, Protein 13.8

CREAMY CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This is a "kid pleasing" recipe that will help them eat their veggies! This recipe comes from a resource at my local grocery store.

Provided by D. Todd Miller

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces egg noodles, dumpling or ribbon-style
1/4 cup onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter (or margarine)
8 ounces chicken breasts, cooked and cut into 1 inch cubes
1 cup frozen broccoli
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of broccoli soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat butter in medium saucepan. Saute onions until transparent, approximately 4-5 minutes.
  • Add chicken, vegetables, soups, milk, and seasonings. Cook over medium heat until broccoli is tender.
  • Add cooked egg noodles and mix until thoroughly blended.
  • Spread into a greased 9 x 12 baking dish. Cover.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes.
  • Top with cheese and bake an additional 10 minutes.

BASIC CHICKEN & NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Basic Chicken & Noodle Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Meg Sweetland Baker

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
1 cup frozen peas or 1 cup other vegetables
1 cup cooked chopped chicken
2 cups egg noodles, cooked & drained
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Stir soup, milk, peas, chicken and noodles in 1.5 qt casserole.
  • Bake at 400 for 20 min., stir.
  • Mix bread crumbs and butter and sprinkle on top. Bake for 5 minute more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.3, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 28.8, Sodium 650.3, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.9, Protein 8.2

EASY WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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A quick, delicious, weeknight meal that will be on your dinner table in no time. It is an easy meal to make that gives me extra time to spend with my 2 year old, after a long day at work. My husband compliments me everytime I make this meal.

Provided by MConcatelli

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces egg noodles
8 ounces frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, peas, green beans)
2 tablespoons margarine
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) can cooked chicken breasts (squeeze out excess liquid)
1 teaspoon minced onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons French-fried onions
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Cook egg noodles and frozen vegetables according to directions on noodle bag.
  • In medium bowl, combine the two soups, chicken, onion flakes, garlic powder, and thyme. Add salt and pepper to your liking. Mix well.
  • When noodles and vegetables are done cooking, drain well and return to pot. Mix margarine into noodles.
  • Add soup mixture to pot with noodles. Mix well and pour into 2 quart round casserole.
  • Sprinkle with the fried onions. Put in oven, and bake for 20 minutes, or until fried onions turn golden.
  • {For a lower-fat meal, omit margarine and use low-fat soups.}
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.8, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 99.7, Sodium 767.4, Carbohydrate 67.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 2.7, Protein 25.6

Tips:

  • For a crispier casserole, use a combination of cooked and uncooked noodles.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your casserole, such as broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and celery.
  • Add some shredded cheese to the casserole for extra flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have any cooked chicken, you can use rotisserie chicken or canned chicken.
  • If you're short on time, you can use a pre-made sauce or gravy for the casserole.
  • Be sure to season the casserole well with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the casserole hot out of the oven, with a side of bread or salad.

Conclusion:

Noodle and chicken casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make, and you can use a variety of ingredients to create a dish that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this noodle and chicken casserole a try.

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