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Crazy Good Casserole

Crazy Good Casserole That Will Make You Feel Right at Home

This Crazy Good Casserole is a comforting one-dish meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings, adaptable to various tastes and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for ease
  • 8 ounces Egg Noodles Can substitute with penne
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Can swap for cream of mushroom
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt works as a lighter substitute
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider mixing with mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup Milk Adjust for desired consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Toppings (Optional)
  • 4 slices Cooked Bacon Leave out for a healthier version
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions For garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add egg noodles. Cook until al dente, about 6-8 minutes. Drain the noodles.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Stir in the cooked chicken and half of the shredded cheddar cheese, then fold in the drained egg noodles until well coated.
  5. Spoon the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading evenly. Top with remaining cheddar cheese and sprinkle cooked bacon if desired.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is great for meal prep or gatherings, and can be customized with various ingredients to suit personal tastes.

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