Grandma Myrtle's Chicken and Noodles

Warm your soul with Grandma Myrtle's Chicken and Noodles, a hearty, nostalgic dish that brings comfort to the table with every bite. This family classic starts with tender, slow-simmered chicken and a fragrant homemade broth enriched with onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and aromatic herbs. The star of the recipe is the rustic hand-rolled egg noodles, made from scratch with simple pantry ingredients, delivering a satisfyingly chewy texture that soaks up the rich flavors of the broth. Shredded chicken, silky noodles, and a buttery (optional) finish come together in this deeply nourishing one-pot meal that’s perfect for cozy family dinners. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant pop of color, and enjoy a timeless dish that tastes just like home. Ideal keywords for your search include "homemade chicken and noodles," "comfort food recipes," and "from-scratch egg noodles."

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:165 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 Chicken (whole, about 4-5 lbs)
• 10 cups Water
• 2 Carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 2 Celery stalks (chopped)
• 1 Yellow onion (quartered)
• 3 Garlic cloves (peeled, smashed)
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 2 tablespoons Butter (optional, for enriched broth flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the whole chicken in a large stockpot with 10 cups of water. Add the carrots, celery, quartered onion, smashed garlic, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Step 3

Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool slightly. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the vegetables and spices. Reserve the broth and return it to the stockpot.

Step 4

While the chicken cools, make the egg noodles. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, eggs, and milk. Mix until it forms a smooth, slightly sticky dough.

Step 5

Lightly flour a clean work surface and roll out the dough into a thin sheet, about 1/8 inch thick. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the dough into thin strips (noodles). Let the noodles rest for at least 10 minutes.

Step 6

Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, discarding the skin and bones.

Step 7

Bring the reserved broth back to a gentle boil. Add the freshly made noodles, a handful at a time, to prevent clumping. Simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the noodles are tender.

Step 8

Stir the shredded chicken back into the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

If a richer broth is desired, stir in the optional butter before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the chicken and noodles into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3446.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1659.8

Total Fat 50.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 524.7mg	0%
Sodium 5339.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.2g
Protein 71.0g	0%

Vitamin D 126.0IU	0%
Calcium 498.7mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2081.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.5%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 55.3%