Chicken and Noodles
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By Alyssa Rivers
on Jan 31, 2024, Updated Nov 11, 2024 |
If you’re wondering what to add to the dinner lineup this week, this creamy slow-cooker chicken and noodles is the answer! Everything gets cooked in the crockpot, even the noodles! The sauce is a tasty mix of cream of chicken soup, garlic, and Italian seasonings!
Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe
- Budget Friendly: This recipe used simple pantry and kitchen staples. It’s the perfect recipe to turn to when you haven’t planned what you will make.
- Family Friendly: I can almost guarantee that everyone in the family will enjoy this yummy crockpot meal.
- Simple Slow Cooker Meal: For more hearty slow cooker recipes that save you time and effort, try these Olive Garden chicken with pasta, chicken and dumplings, and crack chicken!
Don’t Worry!
This recipe is Picky Eater Approved!
Ingredient List for Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Noodles
One of the best things about this chicken and noodles recipe is that you’ll probably already have most of the ingredients to make it! Simply combine them all and let your slow cooker work its magic.
- Boneless Chicken Breasts: The main protein in the dish. They get so juicy and tender! You can also use chicken thighs if you prefer.
- Chicken Broth: Adjusts the consistency of the sauce without dulling the flavor.
- Butter: Adds richness to the dish.
- Salt and Black Pepper: Trusty seasonings, add to taste.
- Spices and Seasonings: Garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Cream of Chicken Soup: The creamy base of the sauce.
- Dry Egg Noodles: You can use any kind of pasta here, but I love the stroganoff feel that egg noodles add.
Crockpot Chicken and Noodles Recipe
So easy and so delicious! This crock pot chicken and noodles recipe is one you’ll want to have on repeat. The flavor of the sauce and tender shredded chicken is just too good.
- Add Chicken: Place the skinless chicken breasts into the bottom of the crock pot. Then, add the slices of butter on top of the chicken.
- Sauce Mixture: In a large bowl, add the broth, cream of chicken soup, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasonings. Whisk to combine, then pour over the chicken and butter.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-4 hours.
- Shred Chicken: Shred the chicken using two forks, and then add the shredded chicken and uncooked noodles to the crock pot.
- Add Noodles: Stir the noodles into the crock pot, then cover and continue cooking for 20-40 minutes or until the noodles are cooked, stirring occasionally. Add a small amount of broth or water if more liquid is needed to cover the noodles.
- Serve: Season to taste, then serve chicken and noodles over mashed potatoes.
Chicken and Noodles Tips and Variations
- Make it Cheesy: Stir in shredded parmesan or mozzarella cheese during the last few minutes of cooking for a creamy, cheesy touch.
- Cook Low and Slow: You can cook your chicken and noodles on high heat if you’re short on time, but lower heat creates more tender chicken and prevents overcooked noodles.
- Don’t Lift the Lid: Avoid lifting the lid too often, as it releases heat and extends cooking time.
- Serve With: The recipe suggests serving your chicken and noodles over mashed potatoes, but you could also serve it over white rice or brown rice or enjoy it as-is! Complete your meal with vegetables, rolls, or breadsticks. They taste amazing when you dip them in the sauce.
- Veggies: Add carrots, peas, or corn to the mix to add more vegetables to the meal.
Storing Leftover Chicken and Noodles
- Fridge: If you have leftovers, then you are lucky! They heat up beautifully throughout the week. Transfer your chicken and noodles to an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheating Instructions: Reheat in the microwave, stirring between one-minute intervals, or over the stove on medium heat.
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Place the chicken breasts into the bottom of the crock pot. Add the slices of butter on top of the chicken.
In a large bowl, add the broth, cream of chicken soup, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasonings. Whisk to combine then pour over the chicken and butter.
Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-4 hours.
Shred the chicken using two forks then add the shredded chicken and uncooked noodles to the crock pot.
Stir the noodles into the crock pot, then cover and continue cooking for 20-40 minutes or until the noodles are cooked, stirring occasionally. Add a small amount of broth or water if more liquid is needed to cover the noodles.
Season to taste and serve over mashed potatoes.
Calories: 967kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 61gFat: 56gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 271mgSodium: 2862mgPotassium: 781mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1226IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 5mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.