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Crazy Good Casserole

Crazy Good Casserole: A Family Favorite You'll Crave!

Crazy Good Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that redefines family dinners and potlucks with tender chicken, creamy sauces, and gooey cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded rotisserie chicken is perfect for ease
  • 8 ounces Egg Noodles can substitute with penne or cooked rice
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup consider using cream of mushroom as a variation
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt makes for a lighter alternative
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese mixing with mozzarella can elevate it
  • 1 cup Milk adjust to achieve your preferred consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder a must-have kitchen staple
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder perfect for those who want to skip chopping onions
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on preference
  • 1 cup Bacon optional; adds a delicious crunch
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions for garnish

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the egg noodles until al dente, about 6–8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk, whisking until smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Fold in the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the cooked bacon until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the noodle mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and the rest of the bacon.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Feel free to adapt the recipe with different seasonings or cheese for unique flavors. A good sprinkle of additional seasonings can enhance the taste.

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