This creamy, comforting chicken noodle bake comes together fast with pantry staples, tender egg noodles, and plenty of melty cheddar. Perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed family-approved.
2cancondensed cream of chicken soup10.5 ounce cans
0.75cupsour cream
0.5cupmilkwhole or 2 percent
2cupfrozen mixed vegetablesthawed and drained
2cupsharp cheddar cheeseshredded, divided
1teaspoononion powder
0.5teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoondried parsley
0.75teaspoonkosher saltto taste
0.5teaspoonblack pepperfreshly ground
2tablespoonunsalted buttermelted
0.75cuppanko breadcrumbs
0.25teaspoonpaprikaoptional, for color
0.25cupfresh parsleychopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
Boil the egg noodles in salted water until just shy of al dente (about 2 minutes less than package directions). Drain well.
In a large bowl, whisk together the condensed soup, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Fold in the chicken, mixed vegetables, and 1.5 cups of the cheddar.
Add the drained noodles and gently toss to coat. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the remaining 0.5 cup cheddar.
Combine melted butter with panko, then sprinkle over the casserole. Dust with paprika if using.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and the topping is golden. Let rest 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a shortcut, use rotisserie chicken. Swap cheddar for mozzarella or Monterey Jack if preferred. Leftovers reheat well; add a splash of milk if needed.