Chicken and noodles are not only good in soup, this casserole is truly a family favorite! Using leftover rotisserie chicken makes making dishes simple, quick, and convenient… Adding veggies makes it a complete and nutritious meal. The crunchy topping is the cherry on top!
Ingredients For The Best Chicken Noodle Casserole
To make this family favorite, you need these ingredients:
- Leftover rotisserie chicken
- Egg noodles (or gluten-free pasta, if needed)
- Condensed cream of chicken soup (or the gluten-free version, if needed)
- Condensed cream of mushroom soup (or the gluten-free version, if needed)
- Sour cream (you can use light sour cream if you want to cut some calories)
- Paprika
- Dry minced onion
- Dried parsley
- Dried oregano
- Salt and pepper
- Frozen peas
- Shredded cheddar cheese
How To Make Chicken Noodle Casserole
- Preheat the oven to 350 F
- Cook the noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. Do not overcook them.
- While the noodles are cooking, combine cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, paprika, dry minced onion, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
- Mix in the diced chicken and cooked noodles.
- Place the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the chicken/noodle mixture, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.
Can I Make This Ahead Of Time?
You can, but I recommend not adding the cracker topping or baking it right away. Make chicken/noodle mixture, place it in the baking dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Sprinkle the crunchy topping and bake the day you plan to serve the casserole.
Can I Freeze This Casserole?
You can! Let it cool completely before wrapping it with two layers of plastic wrap and one layer of foil and freezing it for up to 3 months. To reheat, let it thaw overnight in the fridge and bake in a preheated oven until hot and bubbly.
Family-Favorite Chicken Noodle Casserole
Equipment
- 9x13-inch casserole dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Oven
Ingredients
- 16 oz egg noodles
- 3 cups leftover rotisserie chicken, diced
- 1- 10.5 oz can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1- 10.5 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dry minced onion
- 2 tsp dry parsley
- 1 tsp dry oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F
- Cook the noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. Do not overcook them.
- While the noodles are cooking, combine cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, paprika, dry minced onion, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
- Mix in the diced chicken, cooked noodles, and frozen peas.
- Place the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the chicken/noodle mixture, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Cooked Chicken Instead?
If you don’t have rotisserie chicken, you can boil 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breasts and shred them.
What If I Don’t Have Egg Noodles?
You can use any pasta you have on hand. Short or long, any pasta is good for this recipe.
What If I Don’t Have Cream Of Chicken Soup?
You can use any type of creamed soup. Mushroom or celery work just as well!
Is It Necessary To Thaw The Peas Before Adding Them?
No. You can add the peas frozen as they are.
Can I Add More Veggies?
Yes! You can add the veggies of your choice. You can use frozen mixed veggies, or use fresh veggies. The best veggies are the ones you love the most and the ones your family will actually eat!
How Can I Store Leftovers?
Place any leftovers in an airtight container and the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
What Can I Serve With This Casserole?
A side salad and a slice of crusty bread are all you need to serve alongside this delicious dish.
