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Dolly's Down-Home Chicken Noodle Bake (5-Ingredient Soup Casserole)

This comforting and hearty 5-ingredient chicken noodle bake transforms simple ingredients into a rich, soup-like casserole perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken (from a rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked)
  • 2 cans Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (10.5 oz / 298g each)
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 3 cups Wide Egg Noodles (uncooked)
  • 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, condensed cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Stir well until everything is thoroughly mixed and the soup is mostly dissolved into the broth.
  2. Add the uncooked wide egg noodles to the mixture in the bowl. Stir gently to ensure the noodles are fully submerged and coated by the liquid mixture. This helps them cook evenly.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Pour the entire mixture into the prepared 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese generously over the top of the casserole.
  2. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly around the edges, the noodles are tender, and the cheese is melted and lightly golden brown. If the top browns too quickly, you can loosely tent it with aluminum foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
Serve
  1. Carefully remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the soup-like casserole to set slightly and cool down for enjoyment.

Notes

For an added touch of freshness, you can sprinkle with fresh parsley or chives before serving. This casserole is excellent served with a side of crusty bread to soak up the creamy broth. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth if it has thickened too much.