Best 6 The Best Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipes

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Are you craving a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a chilly night or a hearty family meal? Look no further than the classic Chicken Noodle Casserole! This timeless recipe combines tender chicken, savory broth, and fluffy noodles in a creamy and flavorful sauce, topped with a golden brown crust. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps to create the best Chicken Noodle Casserole that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will result in a dish that is sure to become a family favorite.

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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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This cheesy chicken noodle casserole recipe from Paula Deen is a popular comfort food and potluck dish. Ingredients include shredded chicken, egg noodles and cheddar cheese. Prep time is approximately 10 minutes and cooking time takes 45 minutes at 350°F.

Provided by Paula Deen

Categories     cheesy     comfort food     potluck

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
4 cups cooked and drained egg noodles (approximately 2 cups uncooked)
½ cup sour cream
1 cup milk
3 cups grated cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 can cream of celery soup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 °F. Grease 9 x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large, tall-sided saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, sauté until near translucent. Stirring frequently, add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for two minutes more. Stir in the flour and cook until the flour is absorbed. Slowly add the milk and 2 cups of cheese. Reserve 1 cup of cheese for casserole topping. Once the cheese is melted add salt and pepper to taste. Combine chicken, sour cream, soup, and noodles into cheese mixture. Stir until the noodles are coated with mixture.
  • Pour mixture into a prepared baking dish. Top with remaining cheese. Bake the casserole for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling.
  • Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Chicken noodle casserole recipe is easy and the best comfort food. Creamy chicken and noodles with cheese make this a casserole everyone will go crazy over.

Provided by Eating on a Dime

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces egg noodles uncooked
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
(2) 10 ounce cans cream of chicken soup
1 cup milk
2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups frozen peas and carrots or frozen mixed vegetables
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley to top

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9"x13" pan with cooking spray.
  • Cook the egg noodles according to package directions.
  • In a large bowl, combine the noodles, chicken, soup, milk, cheese, peas and carrots, and seasonings.
  • Place the noodle mixture in the prepared dish and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 627 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 141 mg, Sodium 1003 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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 NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

Vegetable cooking spray
1/4 cup butter (2 tablespoons whole and 2 tablespoons melted)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
2 cups leftover filling from Chicken Pot Pies, recipe follows
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 (16-ounce) package egg noodles, par-cooked and drained
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 box pie crust
1 whole (4-pound) chicken, cut into parts
5 cups water
Salt
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 medium onion, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
2 carrots, sliced
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme leaves
1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray casserole baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of the whole butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook while constantly stirring for 2 minutes, to cook out the raw flour taste. Add the milk while whisking, until you have a smooth sauce. Stir in the chicken pot pie filling and bring to a simmer.
  • In a small bowl, add the bread crumbs, the 2 tablespoons of remaining melted butter, the parsley, and salt and pepper, to taste. Stir to combine and set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine the pot pie mixture and the noodles. Stir in the cheese and pour it into the casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the top of the casserole and bake until the top is golden brown, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the pie crust according to the package directions. Divide it into 4 equal portions, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Put the chicken breast in a medium pot and cover with 5 cups of water.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat and add salt, to taste. (Reserve the legs and thighs for another use.)
  • Simmer until the chicken is completely cooked through, skimming any fat that rises to the surface, about 20 minutes. Remove chicken, to a cutting board and when cool enough to handle remove the meat and dice into 1/2-inch cubes. Reserve the broth the chicken was cooked in.
  • In a medium pot heat the canola oil over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, carrots, salt and pepper, to taste, and cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour, poultry seasoning, and thyme and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly pour in the reserved 4 1/2 cups of chicken broth, whisking to remove any lumps. Add the chicken and peas, bring to a boil, then remove from the heat. (Reserve 2 cups for another use.)
  • Divide the remaining mixture between 4 (14-ounce) ramekins. (Alternately, the pot pie can be made in 1 (9-inch) pie pan.)
  • Roll out the 4 pieces of pie dough to 1/4-inch thick rounds. Brush the edges of the ramekins with milk. Cover each ramekin with a piece of dough and press around the edges to seal. Cut a steam vent in the top of each piece of dough and brush with milk. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling, about 40 to 45 minutes.

Tips for the Best Chicken Noodle Casserole

  • Choose the right noodles. Wide egg noodles or medium egg noodles are the best choices for chicken noodle casserole, as they hold their shape well and don't get mushy.
  • Cook the noodles al dente. This means cooking them until they are just tender, but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked noodles will become mushy and ruin the texture of the casserole.
  • Don't skimp on the butter. Butter is what gives chicken noodle casserole its rich, creamy flavor. Use at least 1/2 cup of butter in the recipe, and more if you like.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth. The broth is the base of the casserole, so it's important to use a good quality broth that has a lot of flavor. If you don't have time to make your own broth, you can use a store-bought broth, but be sure to choose one that is low in sodium.
  • Season the casserole well. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are essential seasonings for chicken noodle casserole. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste, such as paprika, thyme, or rosemary.
  • Don't overcook the casserole. Chicken noodle casserole is best when it is cooked until the noodles are heated through and the sauce is bubbly, but not overcooked. If you overcook the casserole, the noodles will become mushy and the sauce will be too thick.

Conclusion

Chicken noodle casserole is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make the best chicken noodle casserole that your family and friends will love.

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