🍗🥣 Amish Chicken Stuffing Noodles Slow Cooker
There are some slow cooker meals that feel like they were made for a Sunday afternoon, and this Amish Chicken Stuffing Noodles Slow Cooker is one of them. It’s warm, creamy, hearty, and packed with tender chicken, buttery stuffing, and soft noodles.
I love recipes like this because they don’t ask much from you. You basically layer everything into the slow cooker, let it do its thing, and by dinner time you have a comforting meal waiting for you.
I especially like making this on a chilly weekend when everyone is craving something filling and homemade. The combination of chicken, stuffing, and noodles is pure comfort food, and it’s the kind of dinner that usually has everyone coming back for another helping.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy slow cooker dinner
- Tender, flavorful chicken
- Creamy and comforting
- Uses simple pantry ingredients
- Hearty enough for the whole family
- Perfect for busy weeknights
- Great for Sunday dinner
- Delicious leftovers
- Minimal prep and cleanup
📋 Recipe Information
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5–6 hours
Total Time: About 5½ hours
Servings: 6–8
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: Amish-inspired American comfort food
Difficulty: Easy
🛒 Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
For the Creamy Sauce
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the Stuffing & Noodles
- 1 box (6 ounces) dry stuffing mix
- 8 ounces wide egg noodles
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
Optional
- ½ cup diced celery
- ½ cup diced onion
- Fresh parsley for serving
- Extra butter for the stuffing
🍳 Equipment Needed
- 5–6 quart slow cooker
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Forks for shredding the chicken
👩🍳 How to Make Amish Chicken Stuffing Noodles in the Slow Cooker
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of your slow cooker.
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley.
If you’re using diced onion and celery, scatter them around the chicken.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together:
- Cream of chicken soup
- Chicken broth
- Milk
- Sour cream
- Thyme
- Poultry seasoning
Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken.
Dot the top with the tablespoon of butter.
Step 3: Add the Stuffing
Sprinkle the dry stuffing mix evenly over the chicken and creamy mixture.
Don’t stir everything together at this point. Keeping the stuffing toward the top helps it absorb all those delicious juices while cooking.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid.
Step 4: Slow Cook
Cook on LOW for about 5–6 hours, or until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and is tender enough to shred easily.
Avoid lifting the lid repeatedly because that releases heat and can extend the cooking time.
Step 5: Shred the Chicken
Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker.
Shred it with two forks and return it to the slow cooker.
Give everything a gentle stir.
You’ll immediately see why this recipe is so comforting—the shredded chicken gets coated in the creamy sauce while bits of stuffing melt into the mixture.
Step 6: Cook the Noodles
Cook the egg noodles separately according to the package directions until just tender.
Drain well.
Add the cooked noodles to the slow cooker during the final 10–15 minutes of cooking.
Gently fold them into the chicken and sauce.
This keeps the noodles from becoming overly soft or mushy.
Step 7: Serve
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Spoon the chicken, stuffing, and noodles into bowls and garnish with a little fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm.
💡 Tips for the Best Slow Cooker Chicken Stuffing Noodles
Don’t Add the Noodles Too Early
Egg noodles can become very soft if they sit in the slow cooker for several hours. Cooking them separately and adding them near the end gives you much better texture.
Chicken Thighs Are Extra Juicy
Boneless chicken thighs work beautifully in this recipe and tend to stay especially tender.
Don’t Overdo the Liquid
The stuffing absorbs a lot of moisture as it cooks, so the creamy sauce provides enough moisture without making the dish watery.
Let It Rest
After adding the noodles, let the finished dish sit for a few minutes before serving. This gives the sauce time to thicken.
Add More Broth if Needed
If the mixture becomes thicker than you like, stir in a small splash of warm chicken broth before serving.
🧅 Delicious Variations
Chicken & Vegetable Version
Add diced carrots, celery, and onion for a heartier one-pot-style dinner.
Cheesy Chicken Stuffing Noodles
Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese during the final few minutes of cooking.
The melted cheese makes this already creamy dish even more indulgent.
Mushroom Chicken Version
Add a can of drained sliced mushrooms or sautéed fresh mushrooms for an earthy flavor.
Herbed Version
Add extra thyme, parsley, sage, or rosemary for a more traditional stuffing flavor.
Turkey Stuffing Noodles
Leftover cooked turkey can be used instead of chicken. Since the turkey is already cooked, add it later in the process so it doesn’t dry out.
🍽️ What to Serve With It
This is already a filling meal, but a few simple sides work beautifully.
Try serving it with:
- Steamed green beans
- Roasted carrots
- Buttered peas
- Simple garden salad
- Corn on the cob
- Cranberry sauce
- Warm dinner rolls
For a cozy Sunday dinner, I especially love serving it with green beans and warm rolls. The rolls are perfect for soaking up any extra creamy sauce.
🥡 Storage Instructions
Refrigerator
Allow leftovers to cool before transferring them to an airtight container.
Refrigerate for up to 3–4 days.
Reheating
Reheat individual portions in the microwave until steaming hot.
You can also reheat gently in a saucepan with a splash of chicken broth or milk to loosen the sauce.
Freezing
Because egg noodles can change texture after freezing and thawing, this dish is best enjoyed fresh or refrigerated. If you do freeze it, expect the noodles to be softer after reheating.
📊 Approximate Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 525
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1,050mg
Nutrition is an estimate and will vary depending on the brands and ingredients used.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Absolutely. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are delicious in this recipe and add extra richness.
Can I use leftover chicken?
Yes. If you’re using already-cooked chicken, reduce the cooking time significantly. The slow cooker is mainly being used to heat the sauce and combine the flavors.
Can I add frozen vegetables?
Yes. Peas, carrots, or mixed vegetables are easy additions. Add them during the later part of cooking so they don’t become overly soft.
Can I use another type of noodles?
Wide egg noodles are my favorite because they complement the creamy chicken and stuffing, but other medium-width pasta can work.
Can I make this without sour cream?
Yes. You can substitute plain Greek yogurt or use additional milk, although the sour cream adds a nice tang and creaminess.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. You can prepare the chicken and sauce ahead and refrigerate them. Cook the noodles separately and combine everything when you’re ready to serve.
❤️ Final Thoughts
This Amish Chicken Stuffing Noodles Slow Cooker is the kind of recipe I reach for when I want dinner to feel comforting without spending the entire afternoon in the kitchen.
The chicken becomes tender, the stuffing soaks up the creamy sauce, and the egg noodles make everything extra hearty. It’s simple food, but sometimes those are the meals everyone remembers.
Whether you’re making it for a quiet family dinner, a chilly weekend, or one of those evenings when you just need a big bowl of comfort, this slow cooker chicken dinner is a wonderful one to keep in your recipe collection.