Description
This Easy One Pot Chicken and Noodles recipe is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender shredded chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles cooked together in a flavorful broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Add the cooked shredded chicken, egg noodles, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer Noodles: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and have absorbed some of the flavors.
- Add Peas and Cream: Stir in the frozen peas and heavy cream if using. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the peas are heated through and the cream is incorporated, creating a creamy texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pot from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add a touch of freshness and color.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or omit it for a lighter version.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for convenience.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or green beans for variation.
- Stir occasionally while simmering to prevent noodles from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk and omit heavy cream.
