Here’s a rich, comforting creamy chicken and noodles recipe that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.
🥘 Creamy Chicken and Noodles
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- ½ cup heavy cream (for extra richness)
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional but delicious)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook the noodles
Boil egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. - Sauté aromatics
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until soft (about 3–4 minutes).
Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. - Make the creamy sauce
Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir for 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth.
Add milk and heavy cream. Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened. - Add chicken & seasoning
Stir in cooked chicken, salt, pepper, and thyme.
Let simmer 5 minutes so flavors blend. - Combine with noodles
Add drained noodles to the skillet and toss to coat.
Stir in Parmesan cheese if using. - Garnish & serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
🔥 Optional Add-Ins
- Peas or carrots
- Mushrooms
- Spinach
- A squeeze of lemon for brightness
💡 Make It Extra Creamy
Add 2–3 tablespoons cream cheese to the sauce while simmering.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
- A one-pot version (less cleanup)
- A slow cooker version
- A baked casserole version
- A healthier/lightened-up version
Just tell me which one you prefer 🙂
