Chicken Noodle with Crumble (Printable)
Tender chicken and egg noodles in a creamy sauce topped with a crispy buttery crumb bake.
# What You Need:
→ Protein & Pasta
01 - 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
02 - 12 oz egg noodles
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 cup frozen peas
04 - 1 cup carrots, diced
05 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauce
07 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
08 - 1 cup sour cream
09 - 1/2 cup whole milk
10 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
11 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
14 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Crumble Topping
15 - 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
16 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
17 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
18 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add egg noodles and cook until al dente, approximately 7 minutes. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and garlic; sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, chicken broth, cheddar cheese, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
05 - Add cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, frozen peas, and drained noodles to the sauce mixture. Stir thoroughly to distribute all ingredients evenly.
06 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly with a spatula, pressing lightly to compact the filling.
07 - In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, and parsley. Mix until butter evenly coats the crumbs and mixture becomes crumbly.
08 - Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the casserole surface. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
09 - Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the sauce to set for easier serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The homemade crumble topping transforms this into something that feels special but comes together faster than delivery
- You can assemble it ahead and bake when you need comfort food that actually hugs back
02 -
- Overcooked noodles will turn to mush in the oven, so undercook them slightly
- The crumble topping can burn quickly so check at 25 minutes and cover with foil if needed
03 -
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika to the sauce for a subtle smoky depth
- Squeeze the mixture into the dish firmly so it cuts into clean squares