Description
This Million Dollar Chicken Noodle Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender chicken, rich cheeses, and savory egg noodles, all baked to perfection with a crunchy fried onion topping. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, it’s an easy-to-make meal that delivers big flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 2 (10.5-oz) cans Unsalted Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 (2.8-oz) can french fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350ºF and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cook Noodles: Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain thoroughly and set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare Casserole Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cottage cheese, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, and cooked noodles. Stir until all ingredients are well blended and the mixture is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the prepared mixture evenly into the greased 9×13 baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the can of french fried onions on top to add a crispy texture and golden finish.
- Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the french fried onions are golden brown. Remove from oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- For extra creaminess, let the cream cheese come to room temperature before mixing.
- Use low-fat or fat-free versions of sour cream and cottage cheese for a lighter dish.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or carrots for added nutrition and color.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken noodle casserole, baked chicken casserole, creamy chicken casserole, comfort food, family dinner, easy casserole recipe
