Cassie’s Comforting Chicken & Noodles
Cassie’s Comforting Chicken & Noodles is a hearty, creamy, and soul-warming dish filled with tender chicken, egg noodles, and aromatic herbs—perfect for chilly nights or when you just need a little comfort.
- Author: Ava
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
- Chicken Thighs (bone-in, skin removed): 2 pounds – Adds richness and moisture.
- Chicken Broth: 8 cups – Forms the flavorful base of the dish.
- Egg Noodles (wide): 12 ounces – Hearty, soft, and perfect for soaking up flavor.
- Carrots (sliced): 1 cup – Adds natural sweetness and color.
- Celery (chopped): 1 cup – Lends a fresh, aromatic layer.
- Onion (diced): 1 – Builds depth and a savory backbone.
- Garlic (minced): 3 cloves – Boosts flavor with a subtle kick.
- Heavy Cream: 1/2 cup – For that luxurious creamy finish.
- Butter: 2 tablespoons – Adds richness and ties the flavors together.
- Fresh Thyme (or dried): 1 teaspoon – A fragrant herbal note.
- Salt and Pepper: To taste – Brings balance and seasoning to the dish.
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place your large pot or Dutch oven on the stove over medium heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Add chicken thighs, broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir gently.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Cover the pot and bring to a gentle simmer for 30–35 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Assemble the Dish: Remove chicken and set aside. Add egg noodles to the pot and cook for 6–8 minutes until just tender.
- Cook to Perfection: Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot.
- Finishing Touches: Stir in heavy cream and butter. Simmer for 5 more minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls and garnish with thyme or pepper.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken for extra flavor.
- Don’t overcook the noodles—they continue softening as they sit.
- Freeze in portions for quick comfort meals later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: comfort food, chicken and noodles, creamy chicken, homestyle dinner, one pot meal