Description
A creamy, cheesy chicken casserole that’s easy to make and perfect for comforting dinners. This recipe combines tender chicken, egg noodles, and a crispy French fried onion topping for a crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (rotisserie or leftover baked chicken)
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- 3 cups (720ml) whole milk or 2%
- 1 cup (240g) sour cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups (200g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (50g) French fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup frozen peas or mushrooms
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente (7-9 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup flour over the butter, onion, and garlic mixture. Stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook the flour.
- Slowly pour in 3 cups milk while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring often, until thickened (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Stir in 1 cup sour cream, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked noodles, shredded chicken, and creamy cheese sauce. Fold in peas or mushrooms if using.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with 1 cup French fried onions, pressing gently.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top. Optional: broil for last 2 minutes for extra crispy topping, watching closely.
- Let casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving to set and make slicing easier.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole