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Crazy Good Casserole

Crazy Good Casserole: A Creamy Comfort for Busy Nights

Enjoy a delicious Crazy Good Casserole, the ultimate creamy comfort dish that brings back family dinner memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded rotisserie chicken can be used.
  • 8 oz Egg Noodles Can substitute with penne or rotini.
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Cream of mushroom can be used instead.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Can blend with Monterey Jack for extra richness.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon Optional, but recommended for flavor.
  • 1 cup Milk Any milk or milk alternative can be used.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Elevates the dish with flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Elevates the dish with flavor.
Optional Variations
  • 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning For a Mexican twist.
  • 1 cup Black Beans For a Mexican twist.
  • 1 cup Corn For a Mexican twist.
  • 1 cup Steamed Broccoli For the veggie version.
  • 1 cup Peas For the veggie version.
  • 1 cup Spinach For the veggie version.
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce For a spicy twist.
  • 4 large Scrambled Eggs For breakfast version.
  • 2 cups Hash Browns For breakfast version.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook egg noodles until al dente, about 7–9 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Fold in shredded cooked chicken and half of the cheddar cheese into the mixture.
  5. Add drained egg noodles to the mixture and fold gently until coated.
  6. Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish and smooth the top.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make a day ahead and refrigerate, adding 5–10 minutes to baking time when baking from cold.

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