Best 7 Crunchy Chicken And Noodle Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our crispy chicken and noodle casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty casserole features a crispy golden-brown crust enveloping tender chicken, savory vegetables, and a creamy sauce, all nestled atop a bed of perfectly cooked noodles. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors, from the crispy exterior to the succulent chicken and the creamy, flavorful sauce. The combination of textures, from the crispy crust to the soft noodles, adds another layer of enjoyment to this comforting dish. This recipe is not only delicious but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with various vegetables, proteins, and seasonings to suit your preferences. Whether you're looking for a cozy family meal or a dish to impress guests, this crunchy chicken and noodle casserole is sure to be a hit.

In addition to the classic chicken and noodle casserole, this article provides a delightful collection of casserole recipes that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. From a hearty beef and broccoli casserole to a vegetarian lasagna casserole, each recipe offers a unique flavor profile and a delightful blend of ingredients. Whether you're a meat lover, a vegetarian, or simply seeking a comforting dish to warm your soul, you'll find a recipe in this article that will satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRUNCHY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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My 96-year-old mother wanted me to share her favorite recipe with Reminisce readers. I hope you enjoy it as much as our family does.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts; drained
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons chopped onion
Salt and pepper to taste
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
Sliced almonds, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute celery in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; add the next nine ingredients. Spoon into an ungreased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Combine melted butter and cornflakes; sprinkle on top of casserole. Sprinkle with almonds if desired. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 27g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 516mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Savor the comfort of chicken noodle soup in casserole form with this light, flavorful meal, best served with a side of crusty bread and a green salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

12 oz uncooked wide egg noodles (about 7 cups)
1/4 cup butter
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 cup finely chopped carrots
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup Progresso™ Panko Italian style crispy bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain egg noodles as directed on package.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat. Cook celery, onions, carrots and garlic in butter 6 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Add 2 1/2 cups of the chicken broth, the thyme, salt and pepper to skillet; heat to boiling. In small measuring cup, beat remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth and the flour with whisk. Stir into hot chicken broth mixture in skillet. Simmer and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat; stir in whipping cream and shredded chicken.
  • Add cooked egg noodles to baking dish; stir in chicken mixture until mixed well. Cover; bake 30 to 35 minutes or until casserole is heated through.
  • Meanwhile, in 8-inch nonstick skillet, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Cook bread crumbs in butter 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over baked casserole. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE I



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Creamy chicken and noodle casserole topped with crushed crackers. Wonderful as leftovers topped with melted cheese!

Provided by Dawne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
6 ounces egg noodles
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 cup crumbled buttery round crackers
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • Poach chicken in a large pot of simmering water. Cook until no longer pink in center, about 12 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside. Bring chicken cooking water to a boil and cook pasta in it. Drain. Cut chicken into small pieces, and mix with noodles.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together mushroom soup, chicken soup, and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Gently stir together cream soup mixture with the chicken mixture. Place in a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan, and remove from heat. Stir in crumbled crackers. Top casserole with the buttery crackers.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes, until heated through and browned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 132.6 mg, Fat 34.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.7 g, Sodium 894.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This casserole based on a favorite soup will satisfy any comfort food craving. Partially cooking the egg noodles allows them to soak up the flavorful sauce without becoming too soft.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing dish
Kosher salt
12 ounces extra-wide egg noodles
10 ounces white mushrooms, halved or quartered
Freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups frozen pearl onions, thawed
1 medium carrot, halved lengthwise and sliced thinly across
1 large stalk celery, sliced thinly
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 cup dry white wine or vermouth
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skin and bones discarded
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 cup shredded Gouda (about 4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 3-quart casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook until al dente, about 4 minutes. Strain.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned all over, about 3 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  • Lower the heat to medium and melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter in the Dutch oven. Whisk in the flour to form a loose paste. Stir in the onions, carrots, celery and thyme and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook for 5 minutes to soften, then add the wine. Whisk for 30 seconds, then add the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove the thyme sprigs; fold in the noodles, mushrooms, chicken and parsley and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to the buttered casserole dish and top with the Gouda.
  • Bake until bubbly and brown on top, 40 to 45 minutes.

CHEESY CRUNCHY NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces egg noodles
1 1/4 cups small-curd cottage cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup grated sharp Cheddar
1/2 cup sliced green onions, plus more for garnish
2 cups crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook the egg noodles until al dente as per the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese and sour cream. Add plenty of freshly ground black pepper. Add to the noodles and stir. Add the Cheddar and green onions, then stir.
  • Add the contents of the bowl to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and bake for 15 minutes. Remove and top with the potato chips. Return to the oven and bake until golden, another 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with green onions, then serve.

CRUNCHY ONION CHICKEN & NOODLES CASSEROLE



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Found this great recipe on French's site, looking for the recipe for Crunchy Onion Chicken. Made that one once, but have made this one several times now. Super easy and delicious! (Also, we get more than 4 servings out of this recipe. We've fed 5 adults with it and had leftovers.)

Provided by Karen..

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup (I've use reduced fat with good results)
1 1/4 cups milk (can use skim or low-fat)
2 cups French-fried onions
2 cups frozen peas and carrots (Original recipe calls for 1 cup and any veg you want)
2 cups cubed cooked chicken or 2 cups turkey
2 cups curly egg noodles, cooked and drained (I measure before boiling them)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • STIR soup, milk, 1 cup French Fried Onions, vegetables, chicken, noodles and 1/2 cup cheese in a 2-qt. baking dish.
  • BAKE at 350°F for 30 minute or until hot. Stir.
  • TOP with remaining cheese and French Fried Onions. Bake 5 minute until onions are golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.1, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 129.7, Sodium 947.2, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 1, Protein 37.4

CRUNCHY CHICKEN AND NOODLE CASSEROLE



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An easy, great casserole. The crunch of the french fried onions add a special taste. Serve with a salad and crusty bread.

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 c cubed, cooked chicken or turkey
2 c curly noodles, cooked and drained
2 c ( 4 ounce) french fried onions
1 can(s) (10 ounce) cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 1/4 c milk
salt and pepper to taste
1 c frozen vegetable of your choice (peas and carrots, corn, or broccoli cuts, thawed and drained)
1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Mix noodles with chicken, frozen vegetable , 1/2 cup cheese, salt and pepper. Add 1 cup of French Fried Onions and mix well.
  • 2. Mix soup and milk together and add to noodle mixture. Mix well.
  • 3. Put mixture into a greased 2 quart casserole dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until hot. Stir.
  • 4. Top with remaining cheese and french fried onions. Bake 5-10 minutes more or until onions are golden.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of noodles: For a classic chicken and noodle casserole, egg noodles are the best choice. They hold their shape well and don't get too mushy. However, you can also use other types of noodles, such as penne, macaroni, or even spaghetti.
  • Cook the noodles al dente: Don't overcook the noodles, or they will become mushy in the casserole. Cook them according to the package directions, but test them a few minutes before the recommended cooking time is up. They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Don't just stick to carrots and celery. Add other vegetables to your casserole, such as broccoli, cauliflower, peas, or corn. This will give the casserole more flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese: Cheese is what makes chicken and noodle casserole so delicious. Use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan.
  • Season the casserole well: Don't forget to season the casserole with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.

Conclusion:

Chicken and noodle casserole is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make, and it's always a hit with the family. With a few simple tips, you can make the best chicken and noodle casserole ever.

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