Cozy Crack Chicken Pasta — Creamy Chicken Noodle Bake

Crack Chicken Pasta — A creamy, comforting chicken noodle bake that’s ready in 30 minutes and better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to a perfectly crispy topping. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Strawberry Cheesecake Breakfast Rolls and Irresistible French Toast Cups Recipe for Cozy Mornings.

What You'll Need for Cozy Crack Chicken Pasta — Creamy Chicken Noodle Bake

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Egg noodles
• Cream of chicken soup
• Sour cream
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Panko breadcrumbs
• Onion
• Garlic
• Salt
• Pepper
• Paprika
• Chili powder
• Dried parsley
• Dried chives
• Optional: Fresh parsley
• Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes
• Optional: Shredded Parmesan cheese

How to Make Cozy Crack Chicken Pasta — Creamy Chicken Noodle Bake

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large skillet, cook diced chicken breasts over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened. Stir in cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
4. Step 4: Add cooked egg noodles and cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir to combine with the sauce. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix together panko breadcrumbs, dried parsley, dried chives, and remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of the chicken noodle bake.
6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and crispy. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a side of garlic bread.

Storing & Reheating Cozy Crack Chicken Pasta — Creamy Chicken Noodle Bake

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the chicken and noodle mixture ahead of time, but don't add the topping. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, add the topping and increase the baking time by 5-10 minutes.

Freezing Cozy Crack Chicken Pasta — Creamy Chicken Noodle Bake

Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Stir halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and whole wheat egg noodles.
• Best substitution: Instead of cream of chicken soup, you can use a homemade cream sauce made with butter, flour, and chicken broth.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and noodle mixture ahead of time, but don't add the topping. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, add the topping and increase the baking time by 5-10 minutes.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the topping isn't crispy enough, you can broil it for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.

Cozy Crack Chicken Pasta — Creamy Chicken Noodle Bake

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free (if using GF noodles)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Egg noodles
• Cream of chicken soup
• Sour cream
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Panko breadcrumbs
• Onion
• Garlic

Seasonings

• Salt
• Pepper
• Paprika
• Chili powder
• Dried parsley
• Dried chives

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley
• Crushed red pepper flakes
• Shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large skillet, cook diced chicken breasts over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened. Stir in cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
4. Step 4: Add cooked egg noodles and cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir to combine with the sauce. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix together panko breadcrumbs, dried parsley, dried chives, and remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of the chicken noodle bake.
6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and crispy. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a side of garlic bread.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and whole wheat egg noodles.
• Best substitution: Instead of cream of chicken soup, you can use a homemade cream sauce made with butter, flour, and chicken broth.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and noodle mixture ahead of time, but don't add the topping. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, add the topping and increase the baking time by 5-10 minutes.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the topping isn't crispy enough, you can broil it for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Stir halfway through.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the chicken and noodle mixture ahead of time, but don't add the topping. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, add the topping and increase the baking time by 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 42g
• Fat: 24g
• Carbs: 58g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 1080mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 12g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Crack Chicken Pasta — Creamy Chicken Noodle Bake and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!