BBQ Chicken Casserole (2024)

BBQ Chicken Casserole is a hearty dish loaded with egg noodles, shredded rotisserie chicken, diced red onions, corn, cream of chicken soup, barbecue sauce, cheese and French’s crispy fried onions.

BBQ Chicken Casserole is a fun and easy casserole recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.

This cheesy chicken and egg noodle casserole is a family friendly dish.

This rotisserie chicken casserole recipe takes about fifty minutes from start to finish and serves six people.

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To make this casserole, I started by cooking some egg noodles according to the directions on the package.

I drained the noodles and set them aside.

While the noodles were cooking, I dropped some shredded rotisserie chicken into a large mixing bowl.

I added some diced red onions to the bowl.

I also added some frozen corn kernels to the bowl.

I poured a can of cream of chicken soup into the bowl.

I also poured some Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauce into the bowl.

I stirred all of the ingredients together well.

Then I added the cooked egg noodles to the bowl.

I stirred until all of the ingredients were well combined.

I added some shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl.

I stirred well again.

I sprayed a 9 x 13 inch baking dish well with cooking spray.

I poured the mixture into the baking dish and spread it out evenly.

I sprinkled some shredded cheddar cheese on top.

I placed the dish in the oven and baked the casserole for thirty minutes.

Then I removed the dish from the oven.

I sprinkled some French’s crispy fried onions on top.

I sprinkled some diced red onions on top of the crispy fried onions.

Then I drizzled some barbecue sauce over the casserole.

I returned the dish to the oven and continued baking just until the fried onions browned slightly.

I removed the dish from the oven and allowed the casserole to rest for a few minutes.

Then the cheesy barbecue chicken casserole was ready to serve.

This chicken casserole is full of flavour from the sweet and tangy barbecue sauce and the red onions.

I usually use a grocery store rotisserie chicken for this recipe but it is also a great way to use up leftover chicken.

This bbq chicken egg noodle casserole offers a delightful combination of smoky barbecue flavors, tender chicken, and cheesy goodness, making it a comforting and satisfying dish for any occasion.

This hearty casserole is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.

If you are looking for an easy rotisserie chicken casserole recipe, then you need to try this BBQ Chicken Casserole!

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Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This BBQ Chicken Casserole:

• 10 oz egg noodles
• 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 1 cup diced red onions
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
• 2/3 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s Original Barbecue sauce (or your favourite bbq sauce)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Topping

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup French’s crispy fried onions
• 1/4 cup diced red onions
• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce

How to Make BBQ Chicken Casserole:

1. Preheat oven to 375F.
2. Cook the egg noodles according to the directions on the package. Drain.
3. While the noodles are cooking, dump the shredded chicken into a large mixing bowl.
4. Add the diced red onions, corn, cream of chicken soup and barbecue sauce to the bowl.
5. Stir all of the ingredients together until fully combined.
6. Once the noodles are cooked, add them to the bowl with the chicken mixture and stir well.
7. Add the shredded cheese to the bowl and stir well again.
8. Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish well with cooking spray.
9. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread it out evenly.
10. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
11. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25 – 30 minutes until the cheese on top is fully melted and just starting to brown.
12. Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the French’s crispy fried onions on top.
13. Sprinkle the red onions on top.
14. Drizzle the barbecue sauce over the top.
15. Return the dish to the oven and continue baking until the fried onions are just starting to brown slightly. About 5 minutes.
16. Remove the dish from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes.
17. Serve and enjoy!

FAQS:

How should I store BBQ Chicken Casserole?

Store bbq chicken casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

What substitutions could I make?

• Egg noodles: You could use any kind of pasta in this recipe, just cook according to the package directions before adding to casserole.
• Shredded chicken: You could use other kinds of cooked meat in this recipe, such as leftover turkey, ground beef or sausage.
• Cream of chicken soup: You could use any flavour of cream of soup in this recipe.
• Red onions: You could use white, yellow or even green onions instead of red onions if you prefer.
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese: This recipe would also taste great with mozzarella, Monterey jack or even Swiss cheese.

What should I serve with this barbecue chicken and egg noodle casserole?

Barbecue chicken and egg noodle casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish, and you can complement it with various side dishes to create a well-balanced meal. Here are some suggestions:

1. Green Salad:
   • A crisp green salad with a mix of lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and your favorite dressing can provide a refreshing contrast to the rich and savory casserole.
2. Grilled Vegetables:
   • Grilled vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, or asparagus can add a smoky flavor and a healthy touch to your meal.
3. Cornbread or Dinner Rolls:
   • Serve with some freshly baked cornbread or dinner rolls. The bread can be used to soak up any delicious sauce from the casserole.
4. Coleslaw:
   • A tangy coleslaw made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and a creamy dressing can add a crunchy and cooling element to the meal.
5. Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
   • Roasted sweet potatoes provide a sweet and savory contrast, and their natural sweetness complements the barbecue flavors.

1. Baked Beans:
   • A classic barbecue side dish, baked beans add a sweet and savory element that pairs well with the flavors of barbecue chicken.

Choose sides based on your preferences and those of your guests. This variety ensures there’s something for everyone, and it makes for a well-rounded and satisfying meal.

Yield: 6 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

BBQ Chicken Casserole is a hearty dish loaded with egg noodles, shredded rotisserie chicken, diced red onions, corn, cream of chicken soup, barbecue sauce, cheese and French's crispy fried onions.

Ingredients

• 10 oz egg noodles
• 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 1 cup diced red onions
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
• 2/3 cup Sweet Baby Ray's Original Barbecue sauce (or your favourite bbq sauce)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Topping

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup French's crispy fried onions
• 1/4 cup diced red onions
• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375F.
2. Cook the egg noodles according to the directions on the package. Drain.
3. While the noodles are cooking, dump the shredded chicken into a large mixing bowl.
4. Add the diced red onions, corn, cream of chicken soup and barbecue sauce to the bowl.
5. Stir all of the ingredients together until fully combined.
6. Once the noodles are cooked, add them to the bowl with the chicken mixture and stir well.
7. Add the shredded cheese to the bowl and stir well again.
8. Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish well with cooking spray.
9. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread it out evenly.
10. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
11. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25 - 30 minutes until the cheese on top is fully melted and just starting to brown.
12. Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the French's crispy fried onions on top.
13. Sprinkle the red onions on top.
14. Drizzle the barbecue sauce over the top.
15. Return the dish to the oven and continue baking until the fried onions are just starting to brown slightly. About 5 minutes.
16. Remove the dish from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes.
17. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 659Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 124mgSodium: 1494mgCarbohydrates: 59gFiber: 3gSugar: 24gProtein: 36g

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