Ingredients
Main Filling
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- ½ cup corn
- ½ cup celery, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Topping Options
Choose one:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers
- 1 cup breadcrumbs mixed with 2 tbsp melted butter
Optional:
- Parsley for garnish
- Mushrooms
- Green beans
Instructions
1. Cook the Noodles
Boil egg noodles until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Vegetables
In a large skillet or pot, melt butter over medium heat.
Cook onion, celery, and carrots for 5–7 minutes until softened.
3. Make the Cream Sauce
Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk. Simmer until thick and creamy, about 4–5 minutes.
Add:
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Thyme
- Salt and pepper
4. Add Chicken and Noodles
Stir in cooked chicken, peas, corn, and noodles until coated well.
5. Assemble the Bake
Pour mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Top with cheese, crackers, or buttery breadcrumbs.
6. Bake
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
7. Rest and Serve
Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
Tips for Best Results
Don’t Overcook the Noodles
They continue cooking in the oven. Slightly firm noodles prevent mushiness.
Rotisserie Chicken Saves Time
Store-bought rotisserie chicken works perfectly.
Use Frozen Vegetables
Frozen peas and mixed vegetables make this recipe quick and easy.
Make It Extra Creamy
Add:
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Heavy cream
Crunchy Topping Trick
Mix crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter for a crisp golden topping.
Freezer Friendly
Freeze before baking for up to 2 months.
Flavor Profile
- Creamy and savory
- Cozy comfort-food flavor
- Tender chicken and vegetables
- Buttery crunchy topping
Serving Ideas
- Side salad
- Garlic bread
- Roasted broccoli
- Green beans
- Cranberry sauce
Easy Variations
Biscuit-Topped Version
Top with canned biscuits instead of breadcrumbs.
Cheesy Version
Mix cheddar into the filling and on top.
Healthy Version
Use whole wheat noodles and low-fat milk.
Turkey Pot Pie Bake
Use leftover turkey instead of chicken.
Would you like:
- A one-pan skillet version
- Crockpot version
- Low-calorie version
- Pakistani-style spicy version?
