Stove Top Chicken Noodle Casserole
Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly hearty, this Stove Top Chicken Noodle Casserole brings all the cozy vibes of a traditional casserole without the need for an oven. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot recipe features tender egg noodles, shredded rotisserie chicken, and a velvety sauce made with heavy cream and cream cheese. Bright bites of sautéed vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion add flavor and texture, while frozen peas give it a pop of color and sweetness. Seasoned with dried thyme and finished with fresh parsley, this stovetop creation is ready in just 45 minutes and serves as a complete meal to satisfy the whole family. Whether you're looking for a quick comfort food fix or an easy way to use up leftover chicken, this dish is guaranteed to hit the spot.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large, deep skillet or pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the cooked shredded chicken, chicken broth, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Stir occasionally until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Add the frozen peas, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Stir to combine.
Fold the cooked egg noodles into the chicken and sauce mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Let the casserole simmer on low heat for 5 minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.1 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.2 g | 546% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1196 mg | 399% | |
| Sodium | 5849 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 271.8 g | 544% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 565 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 4468 mg | 95% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
