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Crazy Good Casserole

A creamy, flavorful casserole combining tender chicken, rich cheddar, and crispy bacon — the ultimate family-friendly comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded, about 2 large chicken breasts)
  • 2 cups egg noodles (uncooked)
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz / 300 g)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
  • 0.5 cups cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
  • 0.5 cups milk
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the egg noodles until they are just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Stir in the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, and half of the crumbled bacon into the sauce mixture until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon evenly on top.
Baking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  2. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  3. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions if desired.

Notes

This casserole can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days. Freeze before baking for later use. Reheat at 350°F until warmed through. You can swap the egg noodles for whole wheat or gluten-free varieties and add hot sauce for an extra kick!