Creamy Cafeteria Noodles - Viral TikTok Recipe
Craving comfort food? Try this easy recipe for creamy cafeteria noodles made with simple ingredients like egg noodles, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a delicious side dish, this nostalgic dish is sure to satisfy!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 10.75 oz can cream of chicken soup
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cube chicken bouillon or 2 tsp Better Than Bouillon Chicken Flavor
- 1 stick butter
- chopped parsley optional garnish
Instructions
- Boil the chicken broth and bouillon: Add chicken broth and chicken bouillon to a large pot with a tight-fitting lid and heat over medium heat until boiling.
- Add the noodles and soup: Stir in the egg noodles and cream of chicken soup, then return to a boil. Let it simmer for just 2 minutes, giving it a gentle stir now and then to prevent the noodles from sticking.
- Introduce the butter: Remove the pot from heat. Cut a stick of butter into four pieces and add them to the pot. Nestle the butter down into the noodles.
- Let it rest: Cover your pot and let it sit off the heat for 20 minutes. This allows the noodles to soak up that rich, creamy sauce, becoming perfectly al dente.
- Final touches: After patiently waiting, uncover and give the noodles a good stir. At this point, feel free to add a splash of water or a bit of milk if you prefer a thinner consistency. Serve your creamy cafeteria noodles hot, perhaps with a sprinkle of black pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder for extra flavor.
Notes
- Make it a meal: Transform these creamy cafeteria noodles into the perfect main dish by stirring in some diced rotisserie chicken and some cooked green peas, creating a comfort food that satisfies on any busy weeknight.
- Change the soup: Why not switch out the cream of chicken soup for cream of celery or cream of mushroom for a delicious twist?
- As a side dish: These noodles pair excellently with grilled chicken and a side of green beans, making your meal a nostalgic trip back to the old-school cafeteria but with a grown-up taste.
- Add more seasonings: Don’t forget to give your creamy noodles a sprinkle of black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder for that extra kick of flavor. I also like to top mine with some parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 17.8gProtein: 7.1gFat: 20.3gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 1055mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 0.6gSugar: 1.1gCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
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