Crazy Good Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipe
This Crazy Good Casserole is a comforting, cheesy baked dish featuring tender shredded chicken, egg noodles, creamy sauce, cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon. It’s perfect for a hearty family meal that combines simple ingredients into a flavorful casserole baked to bubbly perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Dairy
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 2 large chicken breasts)
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
- ½ cup milk
Pasta
- 2 cups egg noodles, uncooked
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch or similar-sized baking dish to prevent sticking and prepare it for the casserole.
- Cook Noodles: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the egg noodles until just al dente, meaning they should still be slightly firm as they will continue to cook in the oven. Drain well and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until you achieve a smooth and well-combined sauce.
- Assemble Casserole: Stir the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the crumbled bacon into the sauce mixture. Mix everything thoroughly so all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the combined mixture into your prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon on top to create a deliciously cheesy, crispy topping.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes after baking to set. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired before serving for a fresh, bright flavor contrast.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, use full-fat sour cream and cheddar cheese.
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Adjust salt according to the saltiness of the soup and bacon used.
- Make sure not to overcook the noodles during boiling to avoid mushy casserole.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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