Description
A creamy, comforting chicken noodle casserole featuring a buttery crust and rich cheese sauce. Perfect for cold nights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz wide egg noodles
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Boil egg noodles in salted water for 2 minutes less than package directions; drain.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in cheese until melted and smooth.
- Fold in the cooked shredded chicken and the undercooked noodles until well coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the top with panko breadcrumbs and an extra knob of melted butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the top is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American