Creamy Chicken and Noodles: A Cozy, Indulgent Family Favorite
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy sauce served over noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and cornstarch; mix well.
- Add shredded chicken, salt, and pepper; cook until heated through.
- In another pot, cook egg noodles according to package instructions; drain.
- Combine noodles with the creamy chicken mixture.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add your choice of vegetables in step 2.
- This dish reheats well, making it great for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken and Noodles, family favorite, comfort food