Description
A rich and creamy chicken casserole with a cheesy, crunchy cornflake topping. This dish combines tender chicken, savory soups, egg noodles, and melted cheese, creating a comforting meal that’s perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups egg noodles, cooked and drained
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Topping:
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Casserole Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, both cans of soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy.
- Add the Noodles and Tomatoes: Fold in the cooked egg noodles and diced tomatoes (if using).
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Add the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes with the melted butter. Sprinkle the cornflake mixture over the cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie Chicken: You can use rotisserie chicken for this recipe to save time and add extra flavor.
- Lighter Version: For a lighter version, substitute the sour cream and mayonnaise with Greek yogurt, and use low-fat soups and cheese.
- Soup Substitutes: You can use homemade creamy soups or condensed vegetable soup if you prefer not to use cream of chicken or mushroom soup.
- Storing Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Casserole, Chicken
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chicken casserole, creamy chicken casserole, Paula Deen casserole, cheesy casserole, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal