This oven baked Amish chicken gravy noodles casserole is the kind of simple, filling supper that comes together with pantry basics and makes everyone feel cared for. It has that cozy Midwestern comfort-food spirit, with tender noodles baking right in a creamy chicken gravy mixture so you get plenty of hearty flavor without a lot of fuss. It is especially handy on busy nights when you need something warm and satisfying on the table with very little prep.
Serve this with a simple green salad, steamed green beans, buttered peas, or sweet corn for an easy family meal. Warm rolls or sliced bread are also nice for soaking up the extra gravy, and if you want to stretch the supper a bit more, a fruit salad or applesauce on the side fits right in with the homestyle feel of the dish.
Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Amish Chicken Gravy Noodles
Servings: 6
Ingredients
12 ounces uncooked wide egg noodles
2 cans (10.5 ounces each) chicken gravy
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread the uncooked wide egg noodles evenly in the prepared baking dish.
3. Scatter the cooked chicken over the noodles, then pour the chicken broth over the top.
4. Spoon or pour the chicken gravy evenly over everything, making sure most of the noodles are covered. Gently stir if needed so the top noodles do not dry out.
5. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil, stir well, then return to the oven uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
6. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving so the sauce can thicken slightly.
7. Serve warm.
Variations & Tips
For extra flavor: Stir in 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, or a little dried thyme before baking if your family likes a bit more seasoning. Since canned gravy can vary in saltiness, taste the gravy first before adding salt.
Use leftover turkey: This is a wonderful way to use leftover turkey in place of chicken, especially after a holiday meal. The finished casserole has the same cozy flavor and pairs nicely with peas or a spoonful of cranberry sauce on the side.
Make it creamier: For a richer casserole, stir in 1/2 cup sour cream or 1/2 cup cream of chicken soup with the broth and gravy. This gives the noodles an even softer, creamier finish that picky eaters often enjoy.
Watch the liquid: If your noodles are not quite tender at the end of baking, add a splash more broth, cover, and bake a little longer. Different brands of noodles can absorb liquid differently, so this small adjustment helps keep the casserole from turning dry.