Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet Recipe

This quick and healthy 25-minute Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet recipe is a family favorite! Inspired by a Kraft recipe, this one-pan wonder is easily customizable – swap in your favorite frozen veggies for a delicious and satisfying meal. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken and noodles, it's the perfect weeknight dinner solution.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 524.6 kcal
Protein 83g
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Ingredients for Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet

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How to Make Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts and 8 ounces of egg noodles to the boiling water.
  3. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and noodles are tender. Add 2 cups of your favorite frozen vegetables (broccoli, peas, carrots, etc.) during the last 6 minutes of cooking.
  4. Drain the noodles and chicken, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  5. Return the noodles and chicken to the pot.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of chicken broth, 4 ounces of cream cheese (softened), and 1/4 cup mayonnaise.
  7. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth (about 2-3 minutes).
  8. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

68g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet?

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet?

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet has approximately 524.6 calories per serving, with about 83 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 41 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet?

The key ingredients for Cheesy Chicken Noodle Skillet are Egg Noodles, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, Frozen Chopped Broccoli, Reduced Sodium Fat Free Chicken Broth, Cream Cheese, Mayonnaise. See the full list with measurements above.

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