Here’s a comforting, Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles recipe — tender chicken, flavorful broth, and soft noodles cooked right in your slow cooker. Perfect for a cozy, hands-off meal.
🍗 Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 carrots, sliced
- 2–3 celery stalks, sliced
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley (or 2 tbsp fresh)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 8 oz egg noodles or wide pasta noodles
- 2 tbsp butter (optional, for richer flavor)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
1. Prep the slow cooker
- Place chicken breasts in the Crock Pot.
- Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth.
2. Cook
- Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
3. Shred the chicken
- Remove chicken from the Crock Pot and shred with two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
4. Cook the noodles
Option A: Stovetop method (preferred for best texture)
- Boil noodles separately until al dente.
- Drain and add to the slow cooker about 10 minutes before serving.
Option B: Slow cooker method
- Add uncooked noodles to the slow cooker in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. Optional: Thicken the broth
- Melt butter in a small saucepan.
- Stir in flour to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in some broth from the Crock Pot until smooth, then stir back into the slow cooker.
- Cook 5–10 minutes until thickened.
6. Serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot, perfect with a side of bread or biscuits.
⭐ Tips
- Vegetables: Add peas or green beans in the last 30 minutes for extra color.
- Noodles: Cooking separately prevents them from getting mushy.
- Make ahead: Can be made a day in advance; store in the fridge and reheat gently.
- Creamy version: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream or cream cheese at the end for a richer sauce.
If you want, I can also give you:
🥕 Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
🍋 Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Noodles
🌿 Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Noodles
Which version would you like?
