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Easy One Pot Chicken and Noodles

Easy One Pot Chicken and Noodles for a Cozy Family Dinner

This Easy One Pot Chicken and Noodles recipe is a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 Onion Diced. Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced. Fresh garlic is preferable.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium broth.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be substituted.
  • 1 can Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup Swap with cream of chicken for a different taste.
For the Noodles and Chicken
  • 8 ounces Uncooked Extra Wide Egg Noodles Adjust cooking times for other pasta shapes.
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded. Rotisserie chicken can be used.
For Seasoning
  • to Taste Salt & Pepper Adjust to enhance flavors.
For Garnish
  • to Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional; use fresh herbs like thyme or basil.

Equipment

  • Large Soup Pot or Dutch Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 cup of heavy cream, and 1 can of condensed cream of mushroom soup. Stir and bring to a gentle boil for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add 8 ounces of uncooked extra wide egg noodles. Stir, reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. After noodles are tender, lower heat to a gentle simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in 2 cups of cooked, shredded chicken and heat through for about 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Remove pot from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately and adjust seasoning before serving to enhance flavors.

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