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Family Favorite Chicken Casserole

Family Favorite Chicken Casserole

This Family Favorite Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish that combines creamy chicken and pasta with a crunchy topping, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
  • 12 ounces egg noodles, cooked al dente
  • 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup melted butter, divided use
  • 2 sleeves Ritz crackers, crushed for topping
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, freshly shredded

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the egg noodles according to the package directions, stopping two minutes early.
  4. Drain the noodles and set them aside.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, half of the melted butter, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until smooth.
  6. Fold in the cooked shredded chicken and cooked egg noodles, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
  7. Taste the mixture and add salt and pepper as needed. Stir in one cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  9. In a separate bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the remaining melted butter and dried parsley. Mix until the crackers look like damp sand.
  10. Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the casserole and top with the remaining cup of cheddar cheese.
  11. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the top is golden brown.
  12. Let the casserole rest for five minutes before serving.

Notes

To prevent a dry casserole, ensure enough moisture in the sauce and avoid overbaking. For a healthier version, use low-sodium soup and low-fat sour cream.