Description

This Creamy Million Dollar Chicken Noodle Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender chicken, egg noodles, and a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, all baked to golden perfection. Enhanced with savory spices and vegetables, it’s an easy-to-make family favorite perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Pasta

2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
12 ounces egg noodles

Dairy and Creamy Mixture

8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1 cup sour cream
1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)

Vegetables and Seasonings

1 cup frozen peas and carrots
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Topping (Optional)

1 cup crushed crackers or French fried onions

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare it for the casserole.
Cook Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook until al dente, then drain well and set aside.
Mix Creamy Base: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup, mixing until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Season Mixture: Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, blending the flavors evenly into the creamy base.
Add Chicken and Vegetables: Fold in the cooked chicken, frozen peas and carrots, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring everything is well incorporated.
Combine Noodles: Gently add the cooked egg noodles to the mixture and fold until the noodles are evenly coated and combined.
Assemble Casserole: Transfer the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly in the dish.
Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top, and if using, evenly distribute the crushed crackers or French fried onions as a crunchy topping.
Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until it is bubbly around the edges and the top is golden and slightly crisp.
Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set.

Notes

Use cooked chicken from a rotisserie or leftover roasted chicken for convenience.
Frozen mixed peas and carrots add a subtle sweetness and texture but can be substituted with other vegetables if desired.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free noodles and toppings.
If you prefer a crispier topping, use French fried onions instead of crushed crackers.
Letting the casserole rest after baking ensures cleaner slices when serving.