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creamy chicken and noodles in crock pot

Chicken and Noodles in Crock Pot

This creamy chicken and noodles in crock pot recipe is comfort food at its finest. Made with just a few pantry staples, it’s rich, hearty, and completely hands-off. Perfect for busy nights or cozy weekends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours 30 minutes
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Total Time 6 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts Boneless skinless (can substitute thighs)
  • 6 cups Chicken broth Low sodium preferred
  • 1 can Cream of chicken Optional for extra creaminess
  • 2 tsp Garlic powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Onion powder Optional
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper To taste
  • 12 oz Egg noodles Add during last 30 minutes of cooking
  • Optional add-ins Sour cream cream cheese, herbs to finish

Equipment

  • 1 Crock Pot 5–6 qt slow cooker preferred

Method
 

  1. Add chicken breasts, broth, and seasonings (garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper) to crock pot.
  2. Add cream of chicken soup, if using.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken shreds easily.
  4. Shred chicken with two forks directly in the crock pot.
  5. Stir in uncooked egg noodles. Cover and cook on high for 20–30 minutes until noodles are tender.
  6. Optional: Stir in sour cream or cream cheese for added richness before serving.

Notes

  • Add frozen peas, carrots, or mushrooms for extra texture.
  • Reheat with a splash of broth or milk to keep noodles soft.
  • Best served with warm biscuits or a side salad.