Crazy Good Casserole
Why Make This Recipe
Crazy Good Casserole is a fantastic dish that brings comfort and satisfaction to your dinner table. It combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy goodness, all topped with crispy bacon. This casserole is perfect for family meals or to share with friends. Plus, it is simple to make and uses ingredients you likely already have at home.
How to Make Crazy Good Casserole
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded; about 2 large chicken breasts)
- 2 cups egg noodles (uncooked)
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the egg noodles until they are slightly firm (just al dente). Drain and set them aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth.
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Stir in the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, and half of the bacon into the sauce mixture. Make sure everything is well coated.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon on top.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. If you like, garnish with chopped green onions.
How to Serve Crazy Good Casserole
Serve Crazy Good Casserole warm, straight from the oven. It pairs well with a simple salad or steamed vegetables. You can also enjoy it with some crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
How to Store Crazy Good Casserole
If you have leftovers, let the casserole cool completely. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. It will keep well for 3-4 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2-3 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.
Tips to Make Crazy Good Casserole
- Use leftover chicken to save time. Rotisserie chicken works great!
- For extra creaminess, add a bit more sour cream or cheese.
- Adjust the spices to your taste—feel free to add more garlic or use different herbs.
Variation
You can customize this casserole by adding vegetables like peas, carrots, or broccoli. This adds more color and nutrition to the dish.
FAQs
1. Can I use other types of pasta instead of egg noodles?
Yes! You can use any kind of pasta you like, just adjust the cooking time as needed.
2. Is it possible to make this casserole vegetarian?
Absolutely! Swap the chicken for sautéed vegetables or canned beans and use vegetable broth in place of chicken soup.
3. Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble it the night before and store it in the refrigerator. Just bake it when you’re ready to serve.
Enjoy making and sharing this Crazy Good Casserole! It’s sure to become a favorite in your home.
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Crazy Good Casserole
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
A comforting casserole made with chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy goodness, topped with crispy bacon, perfect for family meals or sharing with friends.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded; about 2 large chicken breasts) (Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.)
- 2 cups egg noodles (uncooked) (Any type of pasta can be used; adjust cooking time accordingly.)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz / 300 g)
- 1 cup sour cream (For extra creaminess, consider adding more.)
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided) (Reserve half for topping.)
- 0.5 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices) (Reserve half for topping.)
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder (Adjust to taste.)
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder (Adjust to taste.)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (Adjust to taste.)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (Adjust to taste.)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the egg noodles until they are slightly firm (just al dente). Drain and set them aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the cooked noodles, shredded chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, and half of the bacon into the sauce mixture. Make sure everything is well coated.
Baking
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. If you like, garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
Serve warm with a simple salad or steamed vegetables. Crusty bread pairs well to soak up the delicious sauce. If storing leftovers, allow to cool completely, transfer to an airtight container, and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 750
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
