Creamy Chicken Casserole

Source: Naomi U., modified

• 1/4 C. butter
• 3-1/2 C. milk
• 2/3 C. flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• Dash garlic powder
• 1-1/2 C. chicken broth
• 4 C. chicken, cooked and chopped
• 1 T. sweet orange pepper, chopped
• 8 oz. egg noodles

Topping:

• 1/2 C. cracker crumbs
• 1/2 C. cheddar cheese
• 1-1/2 T. butter

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F; grease one 9" x 13" baking dish. Prepare noodles according to package instructions. Melt butter in a medium saucepan; add milk, flour, salt, and pepper. Over low-medium heat, stir constantly until slightly thickened. Add chicken broth. Continue stirring until thickened again. Combine noodles, sauce, chicken, and pepper; transfer to prepared dish. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over casserole. Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.