Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Noodle (Print)

Tender chicken, egg noodles, broccoli, and cheddar baked in a creamy sauce. Perfect for a comforting meal.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded

→ Pasta

02 - 12 ounces egg noodles

→ Vegetables

03 - 3 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
04 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

06 - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
07 - 1 cup whole milk
08 - 1 cup sour cream
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Pantry

10 - 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

→ Topping

14 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
15 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
16 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Boil egg noodles in salted water for 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and set aside.
03 - Blanch fresh broccoli florets in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until just tender, then drain; if using frozen, thaw and drain well.
04 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
05 - Combine cooked noodles, chicken, broccoli, sautéed onion and garlic, cheddar cheese, milk, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, salt, pepper, and thyme in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly.
06 - Spread mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
07 - In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter. Stir in additional cheddar cheese if preferred. Sprinkle topping evenly over assembled casserole.
08 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, until the top is golden and contents are bubbling. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Feeds a crowd with minimal work and comes together fast
  • Perfect way to stretch leftover chicken and use up veggies on hand
  • Customize with what you like or have in your fridge
  • The cheesy topping is blissfully crispy and golden
02 -
  • Rich in protein from the chicken and cheese
  • One pan meal that covers protein vegetables and carbs in every serving
  • Excellent for meal prep and leftovers taste even better the next day
03 -
  • Undercook your noodles for the perfect just tender texture after baking
  • Let the casserole rest after baking to set and slice cleanly
  • Shred cheese fresh yourself for smoother melting and bolder cheddar flavor
  • Use deeply flavorful cooked chicken as your base whether grilled roasted or rotisserie

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