Description

Chicken Noodle Bake is a comforting and hearty casserole made with tender chicken, egg noodles, creamy cheese sauce, and mixed vegetables, baked to golden perfection with a buttery breadcrumb topping. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

12 ounces egg noodles
2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Topping

1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare the Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Cook the Noodles: Boil the egg noodles according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain well and set aside to cool slightly.
Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for a brief moment until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, diced or shredded chicken, sautéed onion and garlic, frozen peas and carrots, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried thyme. Mix everything thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
Assemble the Bake: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly for consistent baking.
Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter until fully combined. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole to create a crispy, golden crust.
Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly throughout.
Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the bake rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set and cool slightly.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken is a convenient and flavorful shortcut for this recipe.
Feel free to add mushrooms or substitute the vegetables according to your preference.
For a crispier breadcrumb topping, broil the bake for 2 minutes at the end of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning.