Spring Chicken Noodle Skillet (Printable)

Tender chicken, egg noodles, peas, and carrots tossed in a light, creamy sauce. Ready in 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)

→ Pasta

02 - 8 oz wide egg noodles

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup frozen peas
04 - 1 cup diced carrots (approximately 2 medium carrots)
05 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce & Seasonings

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
09 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1/2 cup whole milk or half-and-half
11 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and diced carrots, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
05 - Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, then add the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
06 - Add the frozen peas, shredded chicken, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and heat through for approximately 2 minutes.
07 - Gently fold in the cooked noodles until evenly coated in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes if additional heating is needed, then remove from heat.
08 - Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything happens in one pan, which means less cleanup and more time to actually enjoy your evening
  • The sauce comes together beautifully without any heavy cream, making it lighter than youd expect while still feeling indulgent
02 -
  • When you add the flour to the butter, whisk constantly to prevent any lumps from forming in your sauce
  • The sauce will thicken more as it sits off the heat, so dont reduce it too much during cooking
03 -
  • Grate your own Parmesan instead of using pre-grated, it melts better and tastes fresher
  • If you want to make this ahead, undercook the noodles slightly since theyll absorb more sauce as it sits
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