‘Sick-day standby’: Just 3 ingredients. I’ve made it so often I could prep it with my eyes closed.

Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles is one of those recipes I hold close to my heart. 💛 Thank you for being here and loving the kind of food that doesn’t rush, doesn’t try too hard, and shows up exactly when you need it. This is comfort food in its purest form — simple ingredients, slow cooking, and a payoff that feels like a warm hug in a bowl.

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Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles: Recipe Overview

Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles is a classic Midwestern dish made with tender chicken, rich broth, and thick egg noodles cooked low and slow until everything is creamy and comforting. Unlike soup, this dish is hearty and spoonable, with noodles that soak up every bit of flavor.

Reasons to Love This Recipe

• True comfort food classic
• Made entirely in the slow cooker
• Minimal prep, big reward
• Thick, creamy, and filling
• Perfect for cold days or busy schedules
• Leftovers taste even better

What Does Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles Taste Like?

This dish is rich, savory, and deeply comforting. The chicken becomes fall-apart tender, the noodles are soft and hearty, and the broth thickens into a velvety sauce as it cooks. And the smell while this simmers all day? Incredible!! Cozy, nostalgic, and impossible to ignore.

Benefits of Making Amish Chicken and Noodles in a Slow Cooker

• Hands-off cooking
• Chicken stays moist and tender
• Flavors deepen over time
• Ideal for meal prep
• Feeds a crowd affordably

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles

Here’s everything you’ll need:

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 12 oz Amish-style egg noodles (or wide egg noodles)
• ½ cup heavy cream or whole milk (optional, for extra richness)
• 2 tablespoons butter

Tools You’ll Need

• Slow cooker
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Tongs or forks
• Spoon or ladle

Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles: Additions & Substitutions

Ingredient Additions

• Chopped carrots or celery
• Frozen peas added at the end
• Fresh parsley for garnish
• Extra butter for richness

Substitutions

• Use rotisserie chicken (add later in cooking)
• Swap broth for homemade stock
• Use gluten-free egg noodles
• Use evaporated milk instead of cream

Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles: Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Add Chicken and Seasoning

Place chicken in the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and add salt, pepper, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 2: Slow Cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and easily shredded.

Step 3: Shred the Chicken

Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker.

Step 4: Add Noodles

Stir in the egg noodles and butter. Cover and cook on HIGH for 30–45 minutes, stirring once or twice, until noodles are tender and the broth thickens.

Step 5: Finish with Cream (Optional)

Stir in heavy cream or milk if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Step 6: Serve

Serve hot — thick, creamy, and comforting.

What to Serve with Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles

This dish pairs beautifully with:

• Homemade biscuits
• Dinner rolls
• Buttered bread
• Simple green salad
• Steamed green beans

Honestly, it’s hearty enough to stand alone.

Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days
• Freeze for up to 2 months (noodles soften slightly)
• Reheat gently with extra broth or milk

General Information About Amish Chicken and Noodles

Amish chicken and noodles is a traditional dish found throughout Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania. It’s meant to be hearty, simple, and filling — not soupy, not fancy. Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles keeps that tradition alive while making it weeknight-friendly. I’m kicking myself for not making this sooner this season — it never disappoints.

Conclusion: Why Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles Is Pure Comfort

If you’re craving a meal that feels homemade, nourishing, and deeply comforting, Slow Cooker Amish Chicken and Noodles is exactly what you need. It’s simple, reliable, and the kind of dish that brings everyone back for seconds.

This isn’t trendy food — it’s better than that. It’s timeless.

More Cozy Comfort Recipes You’ll Love

• Chicken and Dumplings
• Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie
• Creamy Chicken and Rice
• Old-Fashioned Beef and Noodles

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Nutritional Information (Approximate, Per Serving)

• Calories: 460
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Sugar: 4g
• Fat: 18g
• Protein: 34g