Mandy’s Easy Cheesy Chicken Casserole

Health score
12%
Mandy’s Easy Cheesy Chicken Casserole
45 min.
8
687kcal

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Welcome to Mandy’s Easy Cheesy Chicken Casserole, a delightful dish that promises to be a hit at your next family gathering or casual lunch with friends! This comforting casserole is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With a creamy blend of chicken, noodles, and two types of cheese, it’s a cheesy dream come true for any cheese lover.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this hearty meal that serves eight, making it perfect for feeding a crowd. The combination of tender chicken and wide egg noodles enveloped in a rich cream of chicken soup creates a luscious base, while the melted Cheddar and mozzarella cheeses add a gooey, satisfying texture. Topped with a crunchy layer of buttery cracker crumbs and a sprinkle of poppy seeds, this casserole offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.

Whether you’re looking for a main dish to impress your guests or a comforting side to complement your meal, Mandy’s Easy Cheesy Chicken Casserole is versatile enough to fit any occasion. With a caloric breakdown that includes a good balance of protein, fats, and carbs, you can enjoy this dish without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  •  sleeve round buttery crackers crushed
  •  to 4 chicken breasts cooked chopped
  • 16 oz wide egg noodles cooked
  • 21.5 oz cream of chicken soup canned
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • tablespoons poppy seed 
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 24 oz cup heavy whipping cream sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Combine chicken, noodles, sour cream, soup and cheeses in a large bowl.
  2. Pour into a lightly greased 13"x9" baking dish.
  3. Mix together cracker crumbs and margarine; sprinkle over top.
  4. Sprinkle poppy seed over cracker crumbs.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until crackers are crispy and golden and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories687kcal
Protein23.21%
Fat61.7%
Carbs15.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19
Glycemic Load
9.5
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.578260784564%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:687.01kcal
34.35%
Fat:47.08g
72.43%
Saturated Fat:21.25g
132.81%
Carbohydrates:25.91g
8.64%
Net Carbohydrates:24.78g
9.01%
Sugar:4.02g
4.47%
Cholesterol:178.29mg
59.43%
Sodium:1045.72mg
45.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.86g
79.71%
Selenium:49.11µg
70.16%
Phosphorus:530.84mg
53.08%
Calcium:491.7mg
49.17%
Vitamin B3:9.53mg
47.67%
Vitamin A:1423.42IU
28.47%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.88%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.22%
Zinc:3.56mg
23.76%
Vitamin B12:1.4µg
23.38%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.75%
Magnesium:63.58mg
15.9%
Vitamin B5:1.38mg
13.75%
Iron:2.28mg
12.69%
Copper:0.25mg
12.48%
Potassium:393.29mg
11.24%
Vitamin E:1.54mg
10.3%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.49%
Vitamin K:6.11µg
5.82%
Folate:23.3µg
5.82%
Fiber:1.13g
4.51%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.7%
Vitamin C:0.88mg
1.06%
Source:My Recipes