It Needs Something Creamy Chicken and Noodles
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with "It Needs Something Creamy Chicken and Noodles," a truly comforting and indulgent one-pot meal that brings together tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, and a velvety, homemade cream sauce. Featuring a luscious blend of heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan, this dish is infused with subtle notes of garlic and thyme for a flavor profile that's both hearty and refined. In just 45 minutes, this easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality results—perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this creamy chicken and noodles dish is guaranteed to become a new favorite. Think creamy, savory, and satisfyingly rich—all in one bowl.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Wide egg noodles
- 1.5 pounds Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
While the noodles cook, trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring until fully combined to form a paste-like consistency. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the flour slightly.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, softened cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, dried thyme, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the cooked noodles, tossing gently to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, ensuring everything is heated through.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.8 g | 289% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.1 g | 565% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1224 mg | 408% | |
| Sodium | 9423 mg | 410% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.3 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 259.2 g | 518% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1258 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2974 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
