Description
Comfort meets culinary creativity in this hearty chicken pot pie noodle casserole, blending classic American flavors with homestyle charm. Creamy, savory layers of tender chicken, vegetables, and silky noodles invite you to savor a nostalgic meal that warms both heart and appetite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup onions, chopped
Liquid and Creamy Ingredients:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Seasoning and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil noodles in salted water until al dente, following package instructions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, creating a golden base for sautéing.
- Sauté onions until translucent and softened, releasing their sweet aroma, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Introduce diced chicken, frozen peas, and sliced carrots to the skillet, stirring to distribute evenly.
- Pour cream of chicken soup, milk, and chicken broth into the mixture, whisking to create a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper throughout the sauce, ensuring balanced seasoning.
- Reduce heat and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Fold cooked noodles into the creamy chicken mixture, coating each strand thoroughly.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even heating.
- Serve immediately while hot, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Optimize noodle texture by slightly undercooking them during initial boiling, ensuring they remain al dente when mixed with the creamy sauce.
- Consider using rotisserie chicken for a quick, flavorful protein boost that saves preparation time and adds extra richness.
- Swap cream of chicken soup with homemade white sauce for a lower-sodium, more controlled ingredient option that enhances overall dish quality.
- Customize vegetable mix by adding seasonal or frozen vegetable blends to increase nutritional value and create interesting flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg