Yum Yum Goody Chicken Casserole Recipe

This cheesy, crunchy chicken casserole is a family favorite, born from a happy accident! Inspired by tuna noodle casserole, this recipe swaps in delicious canned chicken and gets a gourmet upgrade with French fried onions and shredded cheddar. It's easy to customize – add bacon, Ritz crackers, or your favorite veggies for a truly unique dish. Get ready for a comforting, flavorful meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck! Cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup – the choice is yours!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 659.7 kcal
Protein 83g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Yum Yum Goody Chicken Casserole

  • Wide Egg Noodles
  • White Chicken Meat Packed In Water
  • Cream Of Mushroom Soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • Small Onion
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup French fried onions
  • Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Yum Yum Goody Chicken Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in 1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken) and 1/2 cup of milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and heated through. Remove from heat.
  4. Add the cooked noodles, 2 (5 ounce) cans of drained chicken, 1/4 cup of diced onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the saucepan. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of French fried onions and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional French fried onions if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

49g

Carbs

21g