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Cozy Chicken Noodle Casserole

A creamy, comforting chicken noodle casserole made with tender chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles baked until golden.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 12 oz egg noodles
  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup celery sliced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk or light cream
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
Topping
  • 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp butter melted

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook noodles until al dente; drain.
  3. Sauté vegetables in butter until tender.
  4. Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in broth and milk.
  5. Season and add chicken and noodles.
  6. Transfer to baking dish and top with buttered breadcrumbs.
  7. Bake 30–35 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

Great for meal prep and freezing.