Here’s a cozy, classic recipe for Crockpot Chicken and Noodles — tender chicken, soft noodles, and creamy, comforting sauce. Perfect for a set-it-and-forget-it meal. 🍗🍜✨
🥘 Crockpot Chicken and Noodles
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1.5–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3–4 carrots, sliced
- 2–3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional, added at the end)
- 8 oz egg noodles or pasta of choice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for creamier version)
- 2–3 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thicker sauce)
Instructions
1. Add ingredients to Crockpot
- Place chicken, broth, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker.
2. Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender.
3. Shred chicken
- Remove chicken and shred with two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the Crockpot.
4. Add noodles
- Add egg noodles and cook on high for 20–30 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. Make it creamy (optional)
- Stir in heavy cream or sour cream for a creamy texture.
- For thicker sauce: mix cornstarch + water, stir into the Crockpot, and cook 5–10 minutes more.
6. Add peas
- Stir in frozen peas and cook 5 more minutes until heated through.
⭐ Tips
- Chicken thighs are more forgiving and stay tender compared to breasts.
- Don’t overcook noodles — add them toward the end to prevent mushiness.
- Adjust seasoning at the end; sometimes the broth needs a pinch more salt or pepper.
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan.
🍽 Serving Ideas
- Serve with crusty bread or dinner rolls for soaking up sauce.
- Pair with a simple green salad for a complete meal.
If you want, I can also give a one-step crockpot version where you dump everything together including noodles and it turns out perfect every time.
