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Crazy Good Casserole

Crazy Good Casserole: Comfort Food for Busy Nights

This Crazy Good Casserole is a cheesy chicken dish, perfect for busy nights and guaranteed to be a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded tender chicken, can substitute turkey or leftover roast chicken
  • 8 ounces Egg Noodles can swap for penne or rotini
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup can substitute with cream of mushroom
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter alternative
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese mix with mozzarella or Monterey Jack for variation
  • 1/2 cup Milk whole or 2% milk, non-dairy alternatives may work
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon optional, omit for lighter version
  • 3 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Colander
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles for 7-9 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk; whisk in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add cooked egg noodles, shredded chicken, and half of the cheddar cheese into the sauce mixture; stir to combine.
  5. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  7. Let it rest for about 5 minutes, garnish with green onions, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours or freeze unbaked for up to 3 months. Reheat at 325°F covered with foil for 25-30 minutes.

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