Easy Creamy Chicken and Noodles with Simmered Broth Base
A comforting, creamy chicken and noodle dish made with homemade broth, tender noodles, and a silky sauce using milk and canned soup. This 40-minute recipe features aromatic herbs, minimal prep, and flexible ingredients for customization. Light and soothing, it’s ideal for weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
12 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk or half-and-half
10.5 oz canned cream of chicken soup (no salt added preferred)
8 oz egg noodles (or gluten-free noodles)
2 lbs cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached, boneless)
½ small onion (finely chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
2 tbsp salt-free butter (use dairy-free if needed)
1 tbsp olive oil
½ cup frozen peas or other vegetables (carrots, broccoli, zucchini)
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
½ tsp poultry seasoning (optional)
Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt butter and olive oil over medium-low heat. Add onion and sprinkle with ⅛ tsp salt; sauté 3-4 minutes until tender but not browned. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Stir in chicken broth, milk, and cream of chicken soup until smooth. Whisk thoroughly and scrape pot sides to remove lumps.
Add noodles, seasonings, and cooked chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Cook, covered, 8-10 minutes until noodles soften and chicken is heated through. Add frozen vegetables and cook 2-3 minutes until tender.
Adjust seasoning and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Use gluten-free noodles for a gluten-free option.
Substitute frozen carrots, broccoli, or zucchini for peas.
Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
For a dairy-free version, replace butter with coconut oil and verify soup base is vegan-friendly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg