Better Than Mom's Chicken And Noodles Recipe

This comforting Better Homes & Gardens-inspired recipe elevates classic chicken and noodles to new heights! Tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and perfectly cooked egg noodles simmer in a rich broth for a soul-warming meal the whole family will crave. Get ready for the ultimate chicken noodle soup upgrade!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 570 mins
Calories 435.7 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Better Than Mom's Chicken And Noodles

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How to Make Better Than Mom's Chicken And Noodles

  1. In a 5-6 quart slow cooker, combine 1 cup chopped carrots, 1 cup chopped parsnips, 1 medium onion (chopped), and 2 stalks celery (chopped).
  2. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried sage, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Pour 4 cups chicken broth and 1/4 cup dry sherry over the chicken mixture in the cooker.
  4. Cover the slow cooker.
  5. Cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 3 hours.
  6. Stir in 1 (16 ounce) package egg noodles.
  7. Increase the slow cooker setting to high.
  8. Cover and cook for 1 to 1 1/2 hours more, or until the noodles are tender.
  9. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board.
  10. Using two forks, coarsely shred the chicken and discard the bones.
  11. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  12. Turn off the slow cooker.
  13. Stir in 1 cup frozen peas.
  14. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
  15. Garnish with fresh sage leaves before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

18g

Carbs

15g

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