Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

• servings: 8 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

16 oz medium egg noodles

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons all purpose flour

2 cups chicken stock

1 cup half & half

1/2 cup sour cream

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning

1 teaspoon salt (+ more to taste)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper (+ more to taste)

8 oz frozen mixed vegetables

12 oz cooked and shredded chicken

1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)

1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

3 tablespoons butter (melted)

1 tablespoon parsley (fresh, chopped)

1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook egg noodles according to package directions for al dente and drain. Set aside.

In a medium pot, over medium heat whisk butter, flour, and seasonings to form a roux. Cook a couple minutes, whisking frequently.

Add chicken broth and bring to a boil, whisking until no lumps remain.

Lower heat and add half & half and sour cream. Taste and adjust seasonings.

Combine sauce with cooked noodles, frozen veggies, chicken and cheese and leave on heat just until heated through.

topping

Preheat oven to 425° F. Transfer all ingredients to an oven safe dish if needed.

In a small bowl combine panko bread crumbs, melted butter, parsley and cheese.

Sprinkle bread crumb mixture over top of casserole, evenly distributing.

Bake for 10-15 minutes or until top is browned and casserole is bubbly! Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 605 kcal
• Total Fat: 32 g
• Saturated Fat: 16 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Trans Fat: 0.4 g
• Cholesterol: 144 mg
• Sodium: 689 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 54 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3 g
• Total Sugars: 4 g
• Protein: 26 g