Cafeteria Noodles
Cafeteria Noodles is a nostalgic dish featuring tender egg noodles enveloped in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles These tender, golden strands form the backbone of the dish.
- 4 tablespoons salted butter Provides luxurious creaminess and depth of flavor.
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) creamy condensed cream of chicken soup Key for lush creaminess.
- 2 cups chicken broth Enhances overall flavor.
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Adds warm, aromatic flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Adds subtle sweetness.
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Wakes up the flavors.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook until tender, typically around 6-8 minutes. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- In a separate large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Once fully melted, stir in the cream of chicken soup along with the chicken broth, whisking until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to the sauce. Stir well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Gently add the drained noodles to the pot, tossing until fully coated in the rich, creamy sauce.
- Let the noodles sit on low heat for a couple of minutes to absorb the creamy flavors.
- Serve the warm, comforting noodles and enjoy each creamy, nostalgic bite!
Notes
For extra flavor, add freshly chopped herbs like parsley or chives. Consider adding sautéed vegetables for crunch. Leftover rotisserie chicken can also be incorporated.