Description
This comforting Chicken Noodle Casserole combines tender chicken, broccoli, and egg noodles in a creamy sauce made with condensed soup and sour cream, topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s a simple, hearty dish perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups uncooked egg noodles
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup scallions, chopped
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the oven rack in the middle position to ensure even cooking.
- Cook Noodles and Broccoli: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles for one minute less than the package directions specify. Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water about two minutes before the noodles are done to blanch them. Drain the noodles and broccoli thoroughly and transfer them to a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken, condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, scallions, and half of the grated cheddar cheese to the casserole dish. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly, then smooth the mixture into an even layer.
- Bake Casserole: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until heated through and bubbly. For a golden cheese topping, uncover and broil for a few minutes as desired.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately. Add extra salt and pepper to taste if needed for seasoning.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen broccoli florets as preferred; if frozen, thaw and pat dry before adding to avoid excess water in the casserole.
- Leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken works well in this recipe.
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup with a homemade white sauce for a lower sodium option.
- Broiling at the end enhances the cheese’s flavor and creates a crispy crust.
