Description
Experience the comforting taste of the BEST Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipe, a delightful dish that promises to be a hit at family dinners or potlucks. This cheesy, creamy casserole features tender egg noodles enveloped in a rich sauce made with shredded chicken and mozzarella cheese. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re looking to use up leftover chicken. Customize it with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition and flavor. Serve it warm and watch as it quickly becomes a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz wide egg noodles
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cups diced cooked chicken
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and grease a 9×13 casserole dish.
- Cook egg noodles in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour to form a roux, then gradually add milk and chicken broth until smooth.
- Stir in seasonings, sour cream, and one cup of mozzarella; simmer until thickened.
- Combine cooked noodles and chicken with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Pour into the casserole dish, top with remaining mozzarella, and bake for about 15 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg