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Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipe is a must-try!

This cozy and creamy Pioneer Woman Chicken Noodle Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—packed with tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, creamy soup, and a buttery cracker topping. It’s a satisfying, all-in-one dish that’s perfect for feeding the whole family on a busy weeknight or bringing to a potluck.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz wide egg noodles 2 cans 10.5 oz each cream of chicken soup 1 cup whole milk 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (1 rotisserie chicken works great) 1/2 small yellow onion, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 1 bag (12 oz) frozen peas and carrots, thawed 1 1/2 cups coarsely crushed butter crackers (about 1 sleeve, such as Ritz) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Chopped parsley, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles until just al dente, about 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. Mix filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, cheddar cheese, pepper, and salt.
  4. Add ingredients: Stir in the shredded chicken, chopped onion, celery, and thawed peas and carrots. Gently fold in the cooked noodles until everything is evenly mixed.
  5. Assemble: Transfer the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Make topping: In a separate bowl, toss the crushed butter crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
  7. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
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  9. Garnish & serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Chicken tip: A store-bought rotisserie chicken cuts down on prep time and adds great flavor.
  • Vegetable swap: You can use any frozen veggie mix you like—green beans, corn, or even broccoli all work well.
  • Make-ahead: Assemble the casserole up to a day ahead and refrigerate. Add 5–10 minutes to the baking time if cooking straight from the fridge.
  • Freezer-friendly: Assemble and freeze before baking. When ready to cook, thaw overnight in the fridge and bake as directed.

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