Chicken & Noodles (Stove-Top or Crock Pot)
Ingredients
- 3 large boneless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
32-oz
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 10-oz cans cream of chicken soup
- 1 12-oz bag egg noodles
Directions
- 1
Add broth, water, salt and remaining spices to a large pot or dutch oven then mix well.
- 2
Place chicken breasts and butter into broth, cover, then heat over medium heat until broth starts to boil. Reduce heat to low then continue cooking, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove chicken from broth to cool.
- 3
Once chicken is cool, cut into bite-sized pieces or shred with two forks; set aside.
- 4
Add cream of chicken soup to broth then whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil then add egg noodles and chicken.
- 5
There’s no need for all the noodles to be submerged as they will sink into the broth as they cook and soften. Once simmering, reduce heat to medium, cover then cook for 2-5 minutes or until the noodles are approximately halfway done (too firm to eat but can be bent in half without breaking).
- 6
Turn off the burner, keep covered, then let the pot rest until noodles are done and sauce has thickened a bit. The amount of time needed for the noodles to finish cooking can range from 5 minutes to 20 depending on the size, thickness, quality, variety, etc. of the noodles.
- 7
Add broth, water, salt and remaining spices to a large slow cooker then mix well.
- 8
Place chicken breasts and butter into broth, cover, then cook on Low for 5-6 hours or High for 2-4 hours. Remove chicken from broth to cool.
- 9
Increase crock pot temperature to High (if not already set there) and cover while chicken cools.
- 10
Once chicken is cool, cut into bite-sized pieces or shred with two forks. Add chicken and uncooked noodles to crock pot.
- 11
Gently stir to coat noodles. Cover then continue cooking for 20-40 minutes or until noodles are done, gently stirring once or twice to ensure the noodles cook evenly.
Chicken & Noodles (Stove-Top or Crock Pot)
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About this Recipe
Craving that classic, soul-warming comfort food that's also incredibly simple to make? This one-pot Chicken & Noodles recipe delivers big on creamy, tender goodness, perfect for any night of the week.
What makes this dish a true winner is its effortless approach to rich, savory flavor. With just five core ingredients—boneless chicken breasts, chicken broth, water, butter, and cream of chicken soup—plus common seasonings, you'll create a deeply satisfying meal that feels homemade and hearty. The combination forms a luxuriously creamy base that coats every tender piece of chicken and perfectly cooked egg noodle.
Prepare yourself for a bowl of pure comfort. Each spoonful offers succulent pieces of boneless chicken breast swimming in a velvety, flavorful sauce, intertwined with soft, satisfying egg noodles. The broth, enriched by butter and cream of chicken soup, delivers a savory depth with hints of garlic and onion, making for a truly comforting experience. This dish is designed to be wonderfully creamy and hearty, a perfect antidote to a chilly evening or a long day. It’s the kind of meal that wraps you in warmth from the inside out.
While delicious as is, this Chicken & Noodles recipe is also wonderfully adaptable. For a touch of green, stir in frozen peas or chopped fresh parsley during the last few minutes of cooking. Consider adding a pinch of dried thyme or a bay leaf to the broth for an extra layer of herbal flavor. You can even swap the boneless chicken breasts for boneless chicken thighs for a slightly richer flavor.
This hearty Chicken & Noodles dish is a complete meal on its own, ideal for busy weeknights or a comforting family dinner. Serve it in large bowls, perhaps with a simple side salad or some crusty bread for soaking up every last bit of that luscious, creamy sauce.