Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken & Egg Noodles Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken & Egg Noodles Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 h 15 min
Total time: 6 h 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Comfort
Ingredients: 900 g Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs; 350 g Wide egg noodles; 2 cans (600g) Condensed cream of chicken soup; 720 ml Rich chicken bone broth; 60 g Unsalted European butter; 2 carrots + 2 celery + 1 onion Diced carrots, celery stalks, and yellow onion; 5 g + 3g + 3g + 2g Garlic powder, poultry seasoning, sea salt, black pepper

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Humble pantry staples can create an extraordinary Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken & Egg Noodles Recipe when treated with proper heat and technique. This recipe celebrates chicken breasts or thighs, wide egg noodles and condensed cream of chicken soup in under 6 hr 30 min, providing a reliable, flavor-packed dish you will want to make again and again.

Ingredients

8 servings

2 lbs Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
12 oz (1 bag) Wide egg noodles
2 cans (10.5 oz each) Condensed cream of chicken soup
3 cups Rich chicken bone broth
1/4 cup (4 tbsp) Unsalted European butter
2 carrots, 2 celery, 1 onion Diced carrots, celery stalks, and yellow onion
1 tsp garlic, 1/2 tsp poultry, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper Garlic powder, poultry seasoning, sea salt, black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

Place chicken breasts, carrots, celery, onion, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, butter slices, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper in slow cooker.

Cover with lid; **cook on LOW for 6 hours** (or HIGH for 3.5 hours) until chicken is tender.

Remove chicken; shred with two forks and return to slow cooker. Stir in wide egg noodles. Cover; **cook on LOW for 20 to 25 minutes** until noodles are tender.

Stir gently and serve warm in wide bowls.

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Chef Amara’s Kitchen Secrets & Pro Tips

Add egg noodles during the last 20 minutes so they cook tender without turning soft.
Use chicken thighs for extra juicy shredding.

1. Verify Safe Internal Temperature: Use an instant-read digital thermometer in the thickest section of poultry to reach exactly 165°F (74°C). Pulling it the moment it hits temperature keeps lean meat juicy and prevents drying out. 2. Protect Minced Garlic from Burning: Garlic cooks and turns fragrant in just 30 to 45 seconds. Add it toward the end of sautéing onions or aromatics so it perfumes the dish without acquiring a bitter edge. 3. Chef's Kitchen Secret: Add egg noodles during the last 20 minutes so they cook tender without turning soft.

Chef’s Cooking Guide & FAQs

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Troubleshooting & Quick Fixes

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What if the Sauce for Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken & Egg Noodles Recipe Separates or Feels Greasy?: If a dairy or emulsion sauce breaks, immediately take the pan off direct heat. Vigorously whisk in a tablespoon of hot water, broth, or cream until the velvety sheen re-emulsifies.
How to Rescue a Dish That Tastes Overly Salty?: Dilute with additional unsalted liquid (broth, cream, or water), or splash in a small touch of acid like fresh lemon juice or vinegar to soften sharp salinity.

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Storage, Freezing & Reheating Guidelines

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Store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven or covered skillet over medium-low heat until steaming hot throughout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time? A: Yes, this dish can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance, kept covered in the refrigerator, and baked or cooked when ready to serve.

Q: Can I substitute common pantry ingredients? A: Yes, this recipe is forgiving. Check our substitution notes in the ingredient card for dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan alternatives.

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Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1 of 8)

440 Calories

42g Carbs 15% DV

36g Protein 72% DV

14g Fat 18% DV

2.5g Fiber 9% DV

780mg Sodium 34% DV

Carbs 38% Protein 33% Fat 29%

*Percent Daily Values (% DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet (USDA FoodData Central).

Quick Info

Cuisine Comfort
Dietary High-Protein
Total Time 6 hr 30 min
Yield 8 servings

Chef Amara

Passionate culinary explorer, recipe tester, and culinary director at YumAroma.

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Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken & Egg Noodles Recipe

Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Place Ingredients in Slow Cooker

Slow Cook to Tender

Shred Chicken & Add Egg Noodles