Easy One Pot Chicken and Noodles Recipe
This Easy One Pot Chicken and Noodles recipe is a comforting and satisfying meal that comes together quickly in just one pot. Tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and egg noodles in a flavorful broth make this a perfect dish for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, One Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
Broth and Seasonings:
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups egg noodles, uncooked
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for a creamy version)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Brown chicken pieces for 5-6 minutes, then set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, cook until softened. Stir in garlic.
- Cook Chicken: Return chicken to the pot, pour in chicken broth. Add thyme, parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add Noodles: Stir in egg noodles and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Finish Dish: Add frozen peas and heavy cream if desired. Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use rotisserie chicken added during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
