Creamy Chicken and Noodles

Health score
7%
Creamy Chicken and Noodles
45 min.
6
969kcal

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Are you looking for a comforting meal that warms you from the inside out? Look no further than this Creamy Chicken and Noodles recipe! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish brings together tender egg noodles with succulent pieces of rotisserie chicken, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce. In just 45 minutes, you can create a filling main course that will please the entire family.

The magic of this dish lies in its simplicity and heartiness. The combination of butter, garlic, and onion creates a flavor base that tantalizes the senses, while the addition of half-and-half, milk, and sour cream results in a luscious sauce that's hard to resist. Imagine the satisfaction of tossing everything together and enjoying each creamy bite as you savor the delightful blend of flavors.

This recipe serves six, making it ideal for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you won’t have to feel guilty about indulging in this delightful dish. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, Creamy Chicken and Noodles is sure to be a hit at your table. Give it a try, and bring a taste of comfort to your dining experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 30 ounces chicken broth 
  • 16 ounce extra wide egg noodles 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  • servings salt and ground pepper black to taste
  • cup half-and-half 
  • cup milk 
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • pound rotisserie chicken cut cut into bite-size pieces
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes.
  2. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
  3. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot butter until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Place flour, milk, and half-and-half in a jar with a lid and shake until flour has smoothly mixed with milk and half-and-half.
  5. Pour mixture into skillet and whisk until smooth and thick, about 5 minutes.
  6. Gradually whisk chicken broth into sauce and bring to a simmer, whisking constantly. Stir cooked chicken and sour cream into sauce, season with salt and black pepper, and mix with cooked noodles to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories969kcal
Protein32.34%
Fat40.14%
Carbs27.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.33
Glycemic Load
27.75
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
16.877826276033%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:969.27kcal
48.46%
Fat:43.32g
66.65%
Saturated Fat:18.17g
113.59%
Carbohydrates:66.81g
22.27%
Net Carbohydrates:63.94g
23.25%
Sugar:7.32g
8.13%
Cholesterol:346.01mg
115.34%
Sodium:1442.16mg
62.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:78.54g
157.07%
Selenium:66.49µg
94.98%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.63%
Phosphorus:310.89mg
31.09%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.19%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.73%
Calcium:171.81mg
17.18%
Magnesium:61.02mg
15.26%
Vitamin A:734.35IU
14.69%
Zinc:2.09mg
13.94%
Copper:0.28mg
13.77%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.62%
Vitamin B3:2.49mg
12.43%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.6%
Fiber:2.86g
11.46%
Potassium:398.84mg
11.4%
Iron:1.98mg
10.99%
Vitamin B12:0.64µg
10.67%
Folate:40.77µg
10.19%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.54%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.49%
Vitamin K:2.5µg
2.38%
Vitamin C:1.62mg
1.96%
Source:Allrecipes