Perfect Slow Cooker Chicken And Noodles
A comforting dish featuring succulent chicken cooked in a rich broth with tender noodles, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts The star of the dish, providing protein and moisture.
- 4-6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Base of the dish, infusing flavor into the chicken and noodles.
- 12 ounces Egg Noodles Adds a hearty component to the dish.
- 2 medium Carrots Chopped into small pieces for sweetness and color.
- 1-2 stalks Celery Diced finely for subtle flavor and crunch.
- 1 medium Onion Chopped to enhance the overall flavor.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced for aromatic qualities.
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
Garnish
- to taste Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the carrots, celery, and onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic and set aside.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the chopped carrots, celery, and onions over the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth over the ingredients, ensuring it covers everything.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried thyme over the mixture and stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and mix it back into the broth.
- Add the egg noodles and stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a creamy twist, add a can of cream of chicken soup or a splash of heavy cream during the last hour of cooking.