Description
This comforting Chicken and Noodles recipe combines tender egg noodles with a creamy sauce made from cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese. Enhanced with cooked chicken, peas, and herbs like thyme, garlic, and onion powders, this dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces wide egg noodles
- 2 cups cooked and cubed chicken
- 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a large skillet or saucepan, combine the cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, dried thyme, garlic salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth.
- Simmer Sauce: Heat the sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a gentle simmer, allowing all flavors to meld and the sauce to warm thoroughly.
- Add Chicken and Peas: Stir in the cooked cubed chicken and frozen peas into the skillet. Continue cooking and stirring occasionally for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until the peas are heated through.
- Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked egg noodles into the skillet with the sauce and chicken mixture. Toss gently to coat the noodles evenly in the creamy sauce.
- Finish with Cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce for added richness and flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness before serving.
Notes
- Use wide egg noodles for optimal texture and sauce absorption.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or onions along with the chicken.
- This dish can be prepared ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop for convenience.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially if using low-sodium soups.