Entree: United States – Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

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Serving Size: 6

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 35 min

Additional 5 min

Total 50 min

Ingredients

- 1 lb (454 g) ground chicken
- 12 oz (340 g) egg noodles (dry)
- 4 tbsp (57 g) unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) heavy cream
- 2 cups (227 g) shredded cheddar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook egg noodles in a large pot of boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter and add ground chicken; cook, breaking up meat, until no longer pink and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
3. Pour heavy cream into the skillet with the cooked chicken and simmer gently until slightly reduced and thickened, about 4–6 minutes.
4. Stir in 1 1/2 cups (170 g) of the shredded cheddar into the cream mixture until melted and smooth.
5. Combine the cooked noodles and the creamy chicken mixture in a large bowl, transfer to a buttered 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish, and smooth the top. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup (57 g) shredded cheddar evenly over the top.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until cheese is melted and the top is lightly golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.