Creamy Chicken and Noodles Bake
Ingredients:
- 1 bag of egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 can of peas, drained
- 1 can (12.5 oz) canned chicken, drained
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Egg Noodles:
- Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions.
- Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Chicken Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, drained peas, canned chicken, and a splash of milk.
- Stir the mixture until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Noodles and Chicken Mixture:
- Add the cooked egg noodles to the creamy chicken mixture.
- Gently fold the noodles into the mixture until evenly coated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish:
- Transfer the noodle and chicken mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with Cheddar Cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the noodle and chicken mixture.
- Add Ritz Cracker Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers.
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture over the cheddar cheese layer.
- Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown.
- Serve:
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Serve portions onto plates and enjoy your delicious and easy Creamy Chicken and Noodles Bake!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs or additional vegetables for more flavor and variety. Enjoy your dinner!