Do I have to use canned cream of chicken soup?<\/strong> Absolutely not! Canned cream of chicken can be substituted with homemade.
Homemade Cream of Chicken<\/strong>: Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in \u2153 cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in \u2153 cup milk and \u2153 cup chicken broth until well combined. Season with \u00bc teaspoon onion powder and salt and pepper to taste. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and creamy.<\/p> <\/div> What if I don't like Cream of Chicken?<\/strong> Chicken boullion or Better Than Boullion and heavy cream are a great substitution.<\/p> <\/div>
What is the difference between ground and flaky poultry seasoning?<\/strong> Ground poultry seasoning consists of finely ground or powdered herbs and spices. In this form, the ingredients are dried and then processed into a uniform powder. Flaky poultry seasoning, as the name suggests, contains whole or partially crushed herbs and spices. This version of poultry seasoning retains the individual characteristics of the herbs and spices, including their textures. If using ground, use \u00bd-1 teaspoon instead of the 2 tablespoons flaky poultry seaosning.<\/p> <\/div>
Why did my noodles turn to mush in the crockpot?<\/strong> One of the most common reasons for mushy noodles is overcooking. Pasta, including noodles, has a relatively short cooking time compared to other ingredients typically prepared in a crockpot. If you leave the noodles in the slow cooker for too long, they will absorb too much liquid and become soft and mushy.<\/p> <\/div>
Can you put egg noodles in the slow cooker?<\/strong> Yes! Depending on the type of noodles and the temperature setting of your slow cooker, adding noodles to the during the last 30 minutes to an hour will yield a perfectly cooked, al dente noodle.<\/p> <\/div>
Can I use frozen chicken?<\/strong> It's generally safer to partially thaw the frozen chicken before putting it in the crockpot. However, If you decide to cook frozen chicken directly in the crockpot, it's advisable to use smaller chicken pieces or boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. The time may need to be extended slight to ensure doneness and overall tenderness.<\/p> <\/div>
Can I add vegetables to the chicken and noodles?<\/strong> Yes, you can absolutely add vegetables to crockpot chicken noodles. In fact, adding vegetables is a common practice and a great way to enhance the flavor, nutritional value, and texture of the soup. You can either saut\u00e9 them in a little butter first or add them directly to the crockpot.<\/p> <\/div>
How can I thicken my chicken and noodles?<\/strong> The cornstarch milk slurry and pasta will thicken the mixture quite a bit. If you desire an even thicker texture, simply mix together 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1-2 tablespoons of milk and add to the crockpot mixture. Allow the crockpot to cook on high 5-10 additional minutes to thicken.<\/p> <\/div>
Can this recipe be made on the stovetop?<\/strong> Yes, you can. Slow simmer the chicken, broth, soup and seasonings in a Dutch oven pan until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Shred and return the chicken to the pot along with the cornstarch slurry and pasta.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n