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Creamy, cheesy angel chicken and noodles casserole has been leveled up with the addition of cream cheese, garlic, and delicious Italian flavors. If you love my crockpot angel chicken you've gotta try this recipe!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
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If you love the flavors in my crockpot angel chicken and angel chicken and rice you're going to be a fan of this easy casserole recipe!
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Table of Contents
- 🗝️ Key takeaways
- 🧾 Ingredients
- 📖Variations
- 🔪 Instructions
- 🎥 Video
- 🥫 How to store leftovers
- Expert tip:
- 💭 Things to know
- 👩🍳 FAQs
- 📚 Related recipes
- 🍽️ Serve with...
- 📞 The last word
- 📖 Recipe
- Pin it for later!
- 💬 Comments
🗝️ Key takeaways
- Angel chicken noodle casserole is a step up from classic comfort food, made with simple ingredients.
- This creamy dish is an easy meal for busy weeknights. It requires minimal prep time and less than 30 minutes of baking!
- This quick, easy recipe is a spin-off of my Crockpot Angel Chicken recipe.
When it's chilly outside, or if I'm just having a crummy day, a casserole with juicy chicken, tender egg noodles, and cheesy, creamy sauce hits the spot!
This rich, hearty chicken noodle casserole is picky eater-approved and guaranteed to be a family favorite. If you loved angel chicken and rice, it is sure to be a favorite.
🧾 Ingredients
This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.
📖Variations
- Use any kind of cooked chicken you prefer in this chicken casserole—cooked chicken breasts, chicken thighs, or store-bought rotisserie chicken all work great.
- You can swap the cream of chicken soup with a different cream soup. Cream of mushroom soup and cream of celery soup are great options!
- If you don’t have fresh garlic, you can replace it with a teaspoon of garlic powder in a pinch.
- Make your own Italian seasoning dressing mix with dried oregano, parsley, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, sage, black pepper, salt, granulated sugar, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Other melty cheeses that would be tasty in this creamy casserole are sharp cheddar cheese, mozzarella, Gouda, fontina, Swiss, Colby Jack, or Monterey Jack.
- Adding up to two cups of your favorite frozen vegetables to this casserole is a great way to switch it up—and bulk it up!
- Want a crunchy topping over the cheese? Sprinkle your casserole with bread crumbs, crushed Ritz crackers, or potato chips.
🔪 Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page. Click on the image to see it full size.
Soften the butter and cream cheese in a large bowl in the microwave. Add the cooked chicken and egg noodles.
Add cream of chicken soup, garlic, Italian dressing mix, chicken broth, half of the shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.
Mix well until thoroughly combined.
Transfer the chicken mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with the remaining cheese in an even layer.
🎥 Video
Hey y'all! Don't forget to check out my latest video where I guide you through each step of this delicious recipe. It's always great to have a visual guide, right? And as always, my cooking show, Restless Chipotle Kitchen, has got your back. If you're looking for more yummy ideas, dive into our full recipe collection on YouTube. You're gonna love it.
🥫 How to store leftovers
Got some leftovers? Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.
Reheat chicken noodle casserole in the microwave or on the stovetop. Add a splash of milk to loosen up the creamy sauce if needed.
You can freeze this casserole in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Bonus—you can also freeze the unbaked casserole wrapped in a layer of plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to three months.
Thaw the frozen casserole in the fridge overnight before baking.
Expert tip:
I recommend grating your cheese fresh from a block. It melts more smoothly and tastes better than the pre-shredded stuff from the grocery store. It makes a huge difference, y'all!
💭 Things to know
- Thoroughly coat your casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray so the casserole doesn’t stick to the bottom and burn.
- Make sure you cook and drain your egg noodles before mixing them with the rest of the ingredients!
- Slice your butter and cream cheese into cubes and let them warm up to room temperature, or zap ‘em in the microwave for 20-25 seconds to soften them more quickly.
- You can either shred tender chicken or dice it into small pieces.
- Remember to grab the dry Italian dressing mix and sprinkle it in as is—you don't need to add any liquid to the packet.
- Cover your casserole with aluminum foil for the first 20-25 minutes of baking so the cheese doesn’t burn. Spray the underside of the aluminum foil with non-stick cooking spray before putting it on top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herby flavor—this easy trick makes your dish taste gourmet!
👩🍳 FAQs
Can I use a different type of cheese in this cheesy chicken noodle casserole?
Absolutely! Try it with other melty cheeses like sharp cheddar cheese, mozzarella, Gouda, fontina, Swiss, Colby Jack, or Monterey Jack. Parmesan cheese would be especially tasty on top!
What kind of egg noodles are best in chicken noodle casserole?
Wide egg noodles are a classic choice for creamy casserole recipes, but you can also use extra-wide egg noodles or medium egg noodles. It’s up to your personal preference. If you’re feeling adventurous, make homemade egg noodles from scratch with my easy recipe!
How do I cook egg noodles al dente?
Salt a large pot of water and bring it to a boil. Follow the package directions for how long to cook the noodles, which depends on their size and thickness.
Your pasta is al dente when it’s fork-tender with a slight bite—not too hard, not too soft. It’s better to slightly undercook the pasta since it will continue to soften a little while it’s baked in the creamy sauce.
How do I add vegetables to chicken casserole?
It's easy! You can add up to 2 cups of your favorite frozen veggies—peas, carrots, broccoli, or mixed vegetables are all fair game! They're small enough and par-cooked, so you just toss 'em in. No thawing needed!
Can I make chicken casserole ahead of time to bake another day?
Yep! This is a good casserole to assemble in advance for friends who need a meal or for yourself in anticipation of a busy day! Just follow my recipe instructions, then cover the unbaked casserole and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Or, freeze the entire casserole dish wrapped in plastic wrap and foil for up to 3 months. Then, thaw it in the fridge overnight before baking. You’ll likely need to add an extra 10-15 minutes of baking time.
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📞 The last word
When I was little I absolutely LOVED the chicken and noodles frozen "TV dinners" we would eat when my dad was on a business trip. In fact, I even got to eat in the den on an aluminum tv tray while I watched tv!
Anyone else?
Classic chicken and noodles is one of my very favorite comfort foods but this update really levels it up. There's so much herby Italian flavor and cheesy goodness that it's impossible to resist.
If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need.
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Angel Chicken and Noodles Casserole
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Creamy, cheesy angel chicken and noodles casserole has been leveled up with the addition of cream cheese, garlic, and delicious Italian flavors. If you love my crockpot angel chicken you've gotta try this recipe!
Course Casserole,Main Dish
Cuisine American - Southern
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings:8
Calories:429
Author:Marye Audet-White
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 12 ounces egg noodles, cooked and drained
- ¼ cup butter, room temperature and cubed
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature and cubed
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.7 ounces Italian dressing mix, I use Good Seasons - make sure it's the dry mix
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 cups Colby Jack cheese, shredded and divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, and generously spray a 9x13” casserole dish with cooking spray.
In a microwave-safe bowl, soften the cream cheese and butter in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Whisk until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, egg noodles, butter and cream cheese mixture, cream of chicken soup, garlic, Italian dressing mix, chicken stock, half of the shredded cheese, and salt and pepper.
Mix well until evenly combined.
Transfer the chicken and pasta mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
Top with remaining shredded cheese.
Cover the dish with foil, and bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the casserole is bubbling.
Remove from oven, and allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes. Remove foil.
Garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy.
Notes
Storage:
Let come to room temperature. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days
Freeze baked
You can freeze this casserole in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Freeze unbaked
Wrap in a layer of plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to three months. Thaw the frozen casserole in the fridge overnight before baking.
Tips:
- Slice your butter and cream cheese into cubes and let them warm up to room temperature, or zap ‘em in the microwave for 20-25 seconds to soften them more quickly.
- You can either shred tender chicken or dice it into small pieces.
- Remember to grab the dry Italian dressing mix and sprinkle it in as is—you don't need to add any liquid to the packet.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herby flavor—this easy trick makes your dish taste gourmet!
You'll find more helpful tips and variations in the body of the post.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 429kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 895mg | Potassium: 253mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 795IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 261mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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About Marye
Meet Marye Audet, a wizard in the kitchen and a storyteller at heart. Marye is like your eccentric but fun aunt who knows all the secret recipes and isn't afraid to spill them. She's been around the culinary block more than once, turning simple ingredients into mouthwatering masterpieces. With a sprinkle of humor and a dash of wit, she makes cooking feel like a piece of cake (which she can also teach you to bake perfectly). When she's not conjuring up delicious dishes, you might find her sharing laughs with her family, reading by the fire, or scribbling down her next big recipe idea. Marye believes that a good meal and a hearty laugh are the best parts of life. Marye's a NY Times Bestselling author with 10 cookbooks under her belt and her recipes have been featured in Good Housekeeping, Country Living, Today, House Beautiful, Texas Living, Food & Wine, and many more.
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