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This easy, delicious chicken noodle casserole is perfect for busy weekdays and is certain to impress even the littlest eaters in your home!

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with all-things-comfort-food, you really can’t beat this recipe for its simplicity and crowd appeal. 

 

 

Casseroles seem to be synonymous with “comfort,” and this recipe certainly fits the bill. It takes all the warmth and deliciousness of chicken and noodles and amplifies it with creamy, cheesy goodness. 

You only need one mixing bowl and one casserole dish to prepare and cook this dinner, so there’s hardly any cleanup as well! You can’t beat that — easy prep, easy cleanup, delicious comfort food? Win, win, win! Give this easy chicken noodle casserole a try tonight! 

 

 

What do you need to make chicken noodle casserole? 

This recipe is so simple! To make it, you’ll need the following: 

• Rotisserie chicken – diced rotisserie chicken is one of the easiest and TASTIEST ways to spice up any dish. No cooking it yourself and so much fantastic flavor! You can also use leftover turkey too!
• Cream of chicken soup – this is part of your creamy base and also adds a lot of flavor to your casserole. 
• Milk – the other component of your creamy base. The milk will also provide the moisture for cooking the noodles in the casserole. 
• Uncooked macaroni noodles – allowing the noodles to cook within the sauce keeps all the starchy goodness in the casserole and really amplifies the creaminess! 
• Onion – the onion adds a lot of savory flavor to the dish. 
• Frozen peas and carrots – does it get any simpler than this? Pre cooked chicken, pre chopped veggies — it’s a weeknight dinner’s dream! 
• Velveeta cheese – melts in your mouth and oozes cheesy deliciousness. This cheesy chicken noodle casserole is going to be AMAZING! 

 

 

How to make chicken noodle casserole:

I love recipes that taste great with minimal effort. In fact, sometimes it seems the easier the recipe is, the better it tastes! This creamy chicken noodle casserole is no exception. 

1. Toss EVERYTHING into a bowl.  Yep, you read that right.
2. Mix.  Make sure your bowl is big enough to mix it up.
3. Bake.  Toss it in and forget about it until your timer goes off!

Guys, it’s that easy! And you’re going to love it! 

 

 

What kind of noodles do you use in chicken noodle casserole?

In this chicken and noodle casserole we used macaroni noodles; but really you can use any type of noodle! Substitute your favorite noodle type. 

Be sure to compare cooking times for any noodle you substitute. You might find that some need longer or shorter times to cook. For example, egg noodles cook much faster than other pastas. So if you want this to be a chicken EGG NOODLE casserole, you’ll need to reduce your cooking time by 10-15 minutes. 

 

 

How to make chicken noodle casserole from scratch: 

If you prefer to avoid canned cream of chicken soup or want a more “from scratch” meal, you can easily make your own cream of chicken soup! 

Sauté your onions in 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. When onions are translucent, stir in ½ cup of flour. Stir frequently until flour begins to get slightly golden, about 1 minute, then slowly pour in 2 cups of chicken stock a little bit at a time and whisk well. Mixture should be quite thick.

Slowly add 1 cup of whole milk, continuously whisking until mixture becomes very thick (the consistency of cream of chicken soup). Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in ¼ tsp of garlic powder and celery salt. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 

If using in other recipes you can also toss in bits of cooked chicken as well for an authentic look.

 

 

What to serve with chicken noodle casserole:

The beauty of casseroles is they are entire meals in one pan! You’ve got your starchy noodles, your protein-packed chicken, dairy-filled sauce, and vegetables all rolled into one dish! But if you’re looking for more or want to provide a variety of foods for your kiddos/picky eaters, here are some suggestions! 

• Fresh fruit
• Fresh veggies
• Salad

 

 

Can you freeze chicken noodle casserole?

Yes, you can freeze this chicken noodle casserole recipe! And because you’re working with precooked meat, you can (and should!) freeze it before you ever bake it. Simply combine all the ingredients, cover or wrap tightly with foil, and freeze. 

Place the casserole in the fridge the night before you want to cook it so it can thaw. If you can, you might want to give it a quick stir before cooking it in the oven. Note: If you use skim milk, it has a higher likelihood of separating in the freezer. I recommend using a higher fat content milk if you know you’re going to freeze the casserole before cooking. 

 

 

More Chicken Recipes You’ll Love…

• Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup
• Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
• Rotisserie Chicken Chili
• Best Buffalo Chicken Dip
• Creamy Chicken Lasagna
• Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
• Broccoli Casserole
• Chicken and Avocado Salad
• Hawaiian Chicken Pizza
• Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
• Mexican Chicken and Rice Casserole
• Poppy Seed Chicken 
• Parmesan Crusted Chicken
• Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala

 

 

If you’re looking for another easy meal to add to your weeknight rotation, this Chicken Noodle Casserole is the one for you!

Minimal cleanup and prep yields delicious, kid friendly results. And even better, this recipe uses ingredients commonly found in most kitchens! 

 

 

Originally Posted: January 26, 2015

Photos & Text Updated: February 11, 2021

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