Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles
This slow cooker Amish chicken and noodles recipe is the ultimate old-fashioned comfort food for a busy weeknight. Tender chicken breasts, creamy chicken soup, savory chicken broth, and egg noodles come together in the slow cooker for a hearty, creamy dinner that requires very little hands-on preparation.
With just four main ingredients, this easy crockpot chicken and noodles recipe is budget-friendly, filling, and perfect for feeding the whole family. The chicken cooks slowly until tender, then gets shredded and combined with soft egg noodles in a rich, creamy sauce.
If you love easy slow cooker dinners, Amish-style recipes, or classic chicken and noodles, this comforting meal is one to keep in your regular rotation.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cans condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 12 ounces frozen egg noodles
How to Make Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles
- Place the chicken breasts in an even layer in the bottom of a slow cooker.
- Spoon the condensed cream of chicken soup over the chicken breasts, then pour the chicken broth over everything.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and completely cooked.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it into the creamy broth.
- Add the frozen egg noodles and stir gently to combine. Cover and cook on HIGH for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the noodles are tender. Stir once or twice during cooking if necessary to prevent them from sticking together.
- Serve hot with plenty of shredded chicken and creamy noodles in every bowl.
What to Serve With Amish Chicken and Noodles
Because this slow cooker chicken and noodles recipe is rich and creamy, simple vegetable sides work especially well. Serve it with steamed green beans, peas, carrots, or a crisp green salad.
Warm dinner rolls or homemade biscuits are also delicious alongside the creamy sauce. For a traditional homestyle meal, you can add a small serving of cranberry sauce or applesauce.
Benefits of This Recipe
- Easy weeknight dinner: The slow cooker handles most of the cooking.
- Only 4 main ingredients: Simple pantry and refrigerator staples keep preparation easy.
- Family-friendly: Mild, creamy flavors make this a great choice for both kids and adults.
- Budget-friendly: Chicken breasts, broth, soup, and noodles create a filling meal without complicated ingredients.
- Make-ahead friendly: The chicken can cook while you handle other tasks during the day.
- Comforting and filling: Tender shredded chicken and egg noodles make this a satisfying one-pot-style meal.
- Minimal cleanup: Everything comes together in the slow cooker.
Helpful Tips
Make it richer: Stir in 2 to 4 tablespoons of butter at the end for an extra-creamy and silky sauce.
Adjust the consistency: If the noodles absorb too much liquid, stir in a little warm chicken broth until you reach your preferred consistency.
Add vegetables: Mix in cooked peas or finely chopped cooked carrots just before serving for extra color and flavor.
Watch the noodles: Frozen egg noodles can become soft quickly. Begin checking them around the 30-minute mark and cook just until tender.
Keep the flavor mild: This recipe is naturally mild and family-friendly. Add a little black pepper at the table if desired.
