Crazy Good Casserole
A comforting and easy-to-make casserole combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy goodness, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded, about 2 large chicken breasts) Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
- 2 cups egg noodles (uncooked) Cook until just al dente.
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of chicken soup May substitute with cream of mushroom soup.
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (or similar size) baking dish.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook egg noodles until just al dente (slightly firm). Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assembly and Baking
- Stir the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, and half of the bacon into the sauce mixture. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon evenly on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
Serve hot with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.