Description
Crunchy Chicken Noodle Casserole With Veggies is a creamy, comforting, and satisfying easy dinner recipe loaded with tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, colorful vegetables, melty cheese, and a crispy buttery topping. This family-friendly casserole is perfect for busy weeknights, cozy dinners, meal prep, and potluck gatherings. Packed with flavor and texture, this easy casserole recipe combines creamy comfort food with crunchy goodness in every bite. Whether you need quick dinner ideas, comfort food recipes, or hearty food ideas for the whole family, this chicken noodle casserole is guaranteed to become a favorite.
Ingredients
12 ounces egg noodles
3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup carrots, diced or shredded
1 cup peas
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 cup whole milk
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 1/2 cups buttery crackers or breadcrumbs, crushed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Add broccoli and carrots to the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until slightly tender.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and parsley.
6. Add cooked noodles, chicken, peas, and sautéed vegetables into the sauce mixture. Stir until fully combined.
7. Transfer the casserole mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
8. In a separate bowl, mix crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter and parmesan cheese.
9. Sprinkle the crunchy topping evenly over the casserole.
10. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
11. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for faster preparation and extra flavor.
Cook the noodles only until al dente to prevent a mushy casserole after baking.
Add the crunchy topping right before baking to keep it crisp and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg