Best 18 Comforting Chicken Recipes

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Comforting chicken dishes are a culinary hug, a culinary expression of love, and a reminder of home. Whether it's a classic roasted chicken with crispy skin and juicy meat, a hearty chicken soup simmering on the stove, or a creamy chicken casserole loaded with vegetables, there's a chicken recipe out there to warm your soul and fill your belly. With so many comforting chicken recipes at your fingertips, you can easily create a dish that not only satisfies your taste buds but also brings a sense of nostalgia and happiness.

Here are our top 18 tried and tested recipes!

COMFORTING CHICKEN A LA KING



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I've been making this thick and creamy Chicken a la King recipe for over 30 years. It's a wonderful way to create a quick lunch or dinner with leftover chicken. -Ruth Lee, Troy, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 individually frozen biscuits
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons diced pimientos

Steps:

  • Bake biscuits according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and celery in butter until crisp-tender. Stir in flour and salt until blended. Gradually stir in broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add chicken and pimientos; heat through. Serve with biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 calories, Fat 34g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 1185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CASSIE'S COMFORTING CHICKEN & NOODLES



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This is an incredible Crock Pot meal. Not only is it hearty, rich and delicious, but it's also so easy to prepare. Cooking the chicken low and slow for several hours makes it tender and flavorful. The noodles take on the flavor of the chicken and the creamy soup to make the whole pot irresistible. Even your pickiest eater will...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg frozen egg noodles, 24 ounce
2 can(s) cream of chicken soup, 10.5 oz each; sometimes I use 1 can chicken and 1 can cream of celery
1 stick (1/2) cup butter - cut into pieces
1 can(s) chicken broth, 32 oz; may want extra to thin out if too thick. The frozen noodles thicken the broth.
mixed vegetables, optional; I didn't use this time
1 tsp Better Than Bullion, optional; I add for a richer chicken flavor
6 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 4 large
salt & pepper, to taste; can add some parsley too if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Salt & pepper chicken breasts.
  • 2. Place in the bottom of Crock Pot.
  • 3. Spoon soup over the chicken.
  • 4. Cut butter into several pats and place pieces evenly over soup.
  • 5. Whisk the bouillon with the broth.
  • 6. Pour over soup.
  • 7. Place lid on the Crock Pot and turn to low. Cook for 6 hours.
  • 8. Remove chicken and tear into pieces.
  • 9. Add back to pot.
  • 10. Now add noodles; if adding veggies add now. Cook for another 2 hours or until noodles are desired tenderness. I stir a few times during last 2 hours. (You may want to add more broth to thin out at the end of cooking, as the homemade noodles thicken the broth, which we like. )
  • 11. Sprinkle with parsley and mix in if using at the end of cooking.
  • 12. Salt & pepper, if needed, and serve. Yum!

COMFORTING CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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A good friend made us this rich, comforting, creamy chicken noodle soup after the birth of our son. It was such a help to have dinner taken care of until I was back on my feet. This yummy dish is so simple to fix that now I give a pot of it (along with the recipe) to other new mothers. -Joanna Sargent, Sandy, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 quarts water
8 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
6-1/2 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup sour cream
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Add noodles; cook, uncovered, until tender, about 10 minutes. Do not drain. Add soup and chicken; heat through. , Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream. Sprinkle with minced parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 980mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

COMFORTING CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This is a delicious casserole that's super easy to throw together in a pinch. The best part is that it uses most things you probably already have in the pantry.

Provided by TARAWVU

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 ¾ cups white rice
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Sprinkle onion soup mix in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread rice over soup mix and place chicken on top of rice. Combine chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, and cream of celery soup in a bowl. Pour soup mixture over chicken and rice; cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 calories, Carbohydrate 80 g, Cholesterol 77.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 2185.6 mg, Sugar 3 g

COMFORTING CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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A combination of several recipes I've made over the years to make this warm, comforting soup. Great for warm days, sick days, or just any day. I sometimes serve this with mashed potatoes as well! The more flour on the pasta from rolling it out, the thicker your soup will be.

Provided by shasty

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

10 cups water
1 leek, halved lengthwise
1 carrot, halved
1 (3 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
2 bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed
2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon butter
⅓ cup milk, or as needed
2 chicken bouillon cubes, crumbled
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger
¾ cup peeled and sliced carrots
1 cup sliced celery
¼ cup cornstarch
¼ cup cold water

Steps:

  • Pour 10 cups of water into a large soup pot over high heat with the leek, halved carrot, 3-inch piece of ginger, and peppercorns.
  • Bring to a boil, turn heat to medium-low, and place chicken breasts into the broth
  • Cover the pot with a lid and simmer the mixture until the chicken is cooked through and tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • While broth is simmering, whisk flour and salt together in a bowl; beat in the eggs, butter, and enough milk to make a stiff but workable dough.
  • Knead the dough in the bowl until smooth and slightly springy, about 5 minutes; transfer to a bowl, cover with a cloth, and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
  • Roll the noodle dough out on a floured surface to desired thickness (1/4- to 1/8-inch thick); cut into strips.
  • Remove chicken breasts, transfer them to a plate, and allow to cool. When cool, remove the bones and shred the meat with a fork.
  • Strain and retain the broth; discard spent leek, halved carrot, ginger chunk, and peppercorns.
  • Place strained broth into a large soup pot, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in bouillon cubes, 3 tablespoons of chopped ginger, 3/4 cup sliced carrots, and celery until the bouillon has dissolved. Simmer until the carrots are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Gently stir in the noodles, a few at a time. Return broth to a simmer and cook until the noodles are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water until smooth; stir half the mixture into the soup and simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes. If thicker soup is desired, stir in remaining cornstarch mixture. Mix in the chicken to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 68.1 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

JAN'S COMFORTING, YUMMY BUT NAUGHTY CHICKEN WILD RICE SOUP



Jan's Comforting, YUMMY but Naughty Chicken Wild Rice Soup image

This soup is to die for! My friend Jan makes it for potlucks and I can never get enough. It is the best, yummiest, soup around. Good for those cold winter days and those times when you need comfort food. I don't even want to think about the calories....

Provided by Kimke

Categories     Rice

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup uncooked wild rice (6-8 oz box)
1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef
14 1/2 ounces chicken broth
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 cups half-and-half or 2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shredded carrot
1 package Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing (not the dip)
1 chopped onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to directions and brown the ground beef.
  • Put all ingredients into crockpot.
  • cook on high for 2-3 hours.
  • Enjoy.

COMFORTING CHICKEN



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This tasty combination of chicken and vegetables is simmered in a creamy sauce that's rich from whipping cream and butter. This hearty meal-in-one-pot is an all-time family favorite.-Sally Hook, Montgomery, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
4 medium carrots, quartered widthwise
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. In the same pan, brown chicken pieces on all sides. Return onion to pan; add potatoes and carrots. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and the vegetables are tender. , Stir in the cream, parsley, salt and pepper. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until slightly thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 941 calories, Fat 66g fat (34g saturated fat), Cholesterol 274mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

MOM'S COMFORTING CHICKEN STEW



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This is a delicious, rich, creamy, and satisfying chicken stew that my mom makes when the weather is nippy out. Use more or less veggies to your liking if desired. I usually bake a homemade loaf of bread to dig in. This is comfort food at its best!

Provided by valerie160

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 potato, diced
2 carrots, diced
½ cup green peas
¼ cup butter
1 cup diced boneless chicken
1 clove garlic, or more to taste, minced
10 mushrooms, sliced
1 green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock
½ cup heavy whipping cream
½ teaspoon mustard powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add potatoes and carrots; cook until softened, about 8 minutes. Add peas; cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat butter in a heavy skillet until melted. Add chicken and garlic; cook and stir until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in mushrooms and green onion; cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir chicken stock, heavy cream, mustard powder, salt, and pepper into the skillet. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Fold in potatoes, carrots, and peas; cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Remove stew from heat and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 162.2 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 22.2 g, Sodium 819.3 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

COMFORTING CHICKEN 'N' NOODLES



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A friend in Arizona gave me this recipe more than 25 years ago. It quickly became a family-favorite dish. One bite of this creamy casserole and you'll see why!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces uncooked wide egg noodles
1/4 cup butter, divided
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons salt, divided
1-1/2 cups milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons white wine or additional chicken broth, optional
4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
Paprika

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter. Stir in flour and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt until smooth. Gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in wine or additional broth if desired. , In a bowl, combine the noodles, 1 cup white sauce, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons butter and 1 teaspoon salt. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish; set aside. , In a skillet, saute mushrooms and garlic in remaining butter until tender. Stir in pepper and remaining salt. Spoon over noodle mixture. Top with chicken. Pour the remaining white sauce over chicken. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan. Garnish with paprika., Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 1592mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

COMFORTING CHICKEN, CRANBERRY, AND MUSHROOM RISOTTO



Comforting Chicken, Cranberry, and Mushroom Risotto image

A hearty, nutritious, and delicious dish, perfect for sharing with anyone who is under the weather or in need of a little comforting. Short brown rice gets you your whole grain (and makes it diabetic-friendly), plus the brown kind doesn't take any longer to cook than standard white risotto rice.

Provided by Nicholio

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup butter, divided
1 pound mushrooms, thinly sliced
kosher salt to taste
6 tablespoons white wine, divided
1 ½ bunches lacinato kale
2 cups chopped roasted chicken
1 cup dried cranberries
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 large leeks (white and pale green parts only), thinly sliced
2 cups short-grain brown rice
1 sprig fresh thyme
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided
6 cups water
¼ cup drippings from a roast chicken

Steps:

  • Melt half the butter in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat; add mushrooms and season with salt. Cook and stir mushrooms until softened and beginning to brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Pour 2 tablespoons white wine over the mushrooms; cook and stir until the wine reduces in volume, about 2 minutes more.
  • Stir kale with the mushrooms, season with salt, and place a lid on the pot; cook until the kale has wilted, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir chicken and cranberries with the kale mixture; season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and return the pot to medium-high heat.
  • Melt remaining butter in the pot; add leeks and season with salt. Saute leeks until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir rice and thyme with the leeks to coat the rice in butter; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour 2 cups chicken broth into the pot; cook, stirring occasionally, until the broth has mostly absorbed into the rice and a spoon dragged through the rice leaves a trail, about 8 minutes; repeat process twice more with remaining broth.
  • Stir water and chicken drippings together in a bowl. Stir 2 cups of the mixture into the pot; cook, stirring occasionally, until the broth has mostly absorbed into the rice and a spoon dragged through the rice leaves a trail, about 8 minutes; repeat process twice more with remaining mixture, cooking until the mixture is creamy and the rice is plump and remains firm to the bite. Remove and discard thyme sprig. Season rice mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir about 2/3 of the kale mixture into the rice mixture; spread into a large baking dish and top with remaining kale mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven until heated through, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Cholesterol 62.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 309.3 mg, Sugar 13 g

COMFORTING CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



Comforting Chicken Rice Casserole image

This was given to me through a recipe tree. It is quick, easy and oh so yummy. I have made this many times when delivering dinners to friends and always get asked for the recipe. It is a wonderful comfort food dinner!

Provided by Rhonda in Texas

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk
1 cup instant rice, uncooked
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
4 -6 whole chicken breasts or 1 broiler-fryer chicken, cut up

Steps:

  • Combine can soups, milk and rice. Mix until well blended and place in 9x13 greased baking dish.
  • Place chicken on top of soup mixture.
  • Spoon a little bit of soup mixture over the chicken so that there is a small coat on top and then sprinkle onion soup packet on top of chicken.
  • Cover with foil and seal tightly. Bake 325 for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.1, Fat 35.2, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 194.8, Sodium 1649, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.9, Protein 66.2

QUICKER COMFORTING CHICKEN



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This recipe uses canned potatoes and frozen baby carrots to speed up the recipe. Along with quicker-cooking chicken breast, the canned and frozen vegetables reduce the simmering time, so this dinner can be on the table in less than half an hour.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
1-1/2 cups frozen baby carrots, thawed
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 can (15 ounces) small whole potatoes, drained
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook chicken, onion and carrots in butter until chicken is lightly browned. Add potatoes. Cover and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Add the cream, parsley, salt and pepper. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605 calories, Fat 47g fat (29g saturated fat), Cholesterol 205mg cholesterol, Sodium 856mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

FLAVORFUL AND COMFORTING CHICKEN POT PIE



Flavorful and Comforting Chicken Pot Pie image

Not just your average pot pie, this dish is full of flavor and so wonderfully comforting on a cold winter night! Add whatever vegetables you have on hand, almost any will do. I served this with a simple salad of soft butter lettuce with a lemon and olive oil vinaigrette and a Pinot Noir in front of the fire! This makes a large, deep dish pie, or two, regular pies.

Provided by Penny Stettinius

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 2h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pie crusts, from the grocer's freezer
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
3 celery ribs, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 carrots, diced
1 potato, peeled and diced
1 cup frozen peas
2 yellow squash, diced
1/2 bunch parsley, chopped
1 -2 teaspoon emeril's creole seasoning (or more to taste)
1 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup butter
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half cream
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large frying pan and add 2-3 TBS of the butter. In a large bowl, toss the bell pepper, onion, celery, garlic, carrots, and potato with Emeril's Creole Seasoning then toss them into the hot butter and saute for 10 minutes.
  • Add the remaining vegetables, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Add the wine and the parsley and let all the liquid evaporate on low heat.
  • Remove the vegetables and set aside.
  • Usine the same pan, over med. heat Add the remaining butter and when that is melted whisk in the flour, stirring constantly until all is incorporated.
  • Slowly add the chicken broth, continue to stir, and then add the cream. This mixture will get thick and creamy.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the chicken and sauteed vegetables, stir well and remove from the heat.
  • Spray or butter a casserole dish large enough for the pie, sprinkle with a little flour, and lay the bottom crust, add the chicken mixture, and cover with the top crust.
  • Pinch the edges all around to seal and cut some slits on top to use as steam escape vents.
  • Bake for approximately one hour, or until the crust is deep golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 956.2, Fat 56.3, SaturatedFat 27.1, Cholesterol 135.9, Sodium 942.7, Carbohydrate 72.9, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 11.4, Protein 30.3

COMFORTING CHICKEN & SHELL SOUP



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This soup is truly comforting ...my kids just love it...it's creamy and quite flavorful...with Fall coming right around the corner, will be making this often. I hope you try it on your family sometime, they will love it! Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 medium skinless pieces of chicken, can be all white meat or mixed
2 slice carrots, thin sliced
1 c chopped onion
1/4 c chopped celery
1/4 c minced parsley
2 c each - chicken broth & water
bay leaf
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp each - season salt & poultry seasoning
2 tsp chicken flavored buillon paste or to taste
2 medium potatoes -peeled and cubed
2 c shell shaped macaroni - cooked and drained - or today i added the macaroni at the end with the chicken and it cooked just fine the last 20 minutes of simmering
4 c milk
1/4 c butter
1/4 c flour
nutmeg to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a dutch oven, combine chicken, water, chicken stock, onion, carrots, celery, bay leaf, salt & pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low; simmer until chicken is tender.
  • 2. Remove the bay leaf. Now, remove the chicken and cool - debone and cut into small cubes, set aside. Now, add potatoes, bouillon, season salt and poultry seasoning to the broth. Simmer for another 15 minutes. Add the milk, macaroni and chicken and return to simmer.
  • 3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and continuously stir until mixture begins to brown.
  • 4. Add the butter mixture to the pot and blend well. Simmer on low heat for 20 minutes. Season to taste. Can sprinkle with nutmeg and some extra fresh parsley if desire. When reheating you may want to add a bit more milk or stock to thin it out a bit, as it thickens as it cools. Enjoy this delicious comfort soup...

COMFORTING CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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If you're looking for a dish that's sure to satisfy your group, you can't beat this hearty casserole, with layers of chicken and homemade stuffing. -Pat Price Cook, Mission Viejo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds)
3 quarts water
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
STUFFING:
6 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
SAUCE:
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • In a soup kettle, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until chicken is tender. , Remove chicken from broth. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; dice and set aside. Strain broth and skim fat; discard onion, celery and bay leaf. Set aside 6 cups broth for sauce. , In a large bowl, combine stuffing cubes, parsley and sage. Saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add to stuffing mixture and mix well; set aside. , In a large saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add reserved broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. , In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer half of the chicken, stuffing and sauce. Repeat layers. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a knife comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 176mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

EASY AND COMFORTING CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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A mild dish of rice with chicken and cream of chicken soup. Simple, comforting food.

Provided by Jennifer Jonas

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups milk
2 cups white rice
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas and carrots, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Whisk cream of chicken soup, milk, rice, and seasoned salt together in a bowl. Pour into prepared baking dish; add chicken pieces. Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stir, and continue baking until rice is nearly tender, about 60 minutes. Mix peas and carrots into dish and continue baking until rice begins to brown and chicken is cooked through, 15 to 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.4 calories, Carbohydrate 65.8 g, Cholesterol 75.5 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 942.4 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

COMFORTING CHICKEN AND NOODLES CROCKPOT RECIPE



Comforting Chicken and Noodles Crockpot Recipe image

Provided by ChrisPergament

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 24 24 oz. package frozen egg noodles.
2 14.7 14.7 oz cans cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup butter-cut into pieces
1 32 32 oz chicken broth
1 tsp better than bullion chicken flavored paste
6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts or 4 large
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Salt and pepper chicken breasts and place in the bottom of crockpot. Spoon soup over the chicken. Cut butter into several pats and place pieces evenly over soup. Whisk bullion and broth together and pour over soup. Place lid on pot and turn to low. Cook for 6 hours. Remove chicken and tear into pieces. Add back to pot. Now add noodles and veggies, if desired. Cook for another 2 hours or until noodles are desired tenderness. Stir a few times during the last 2 hours. You may want to add more broth to thin out at the end of cooking, as the noodles thicken the broth.

COMFORTING CHICKEN POT PIE



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This is my all-time favorite and easiest chicken recipe for my family, and they LOVE it! My grandmother, who is no longer with us, made it for me and my family when she lived with us back in the 60s and 70s-talk about tried and tried and TRUE! It's so easy-canned soup, canned veggies, you can even use canned chicken, but I tend...

Provided by Paula Todora

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 Tbsp chicken bouillon granules
10 3/4 oz can cream of chicken soup, undiluted
15 oz can mixed vegetables, drained
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/8 tsp dried thyme, crushed in palm of hand
1 c biscuit mix
1/2 c milk
1 large egg

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and spray a 9" pie plate with nonstick spray.
  • 2. Boil chicken breasts in water, adding bouillon granules to water.
  • 3. Chop chicken into 1" cubes and add 1/4 c. of the water to the chicken in a large bowl.
  • 4. To the chicken, add soup vegetables and seasonings; Stir
  • 5. Pour mixture into prepared pie plate.
  • 6. In a medium bowl, mix biscuit mix with milk and egg; Whisk until smooth.
  • 7. Pour topping mixture over chicken mixture.
  • 8. Bake in the 400 degree preheated oven for 25 minutes, or just until top is set and golden. Serve warm!

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: For best results, use a whole chicken or chicken breasts that are bone-in and skin-on. This will help the chicken stay moist and flavorful during cooking.
  • Season the chicken well: Don't be afraid to use plenty of herbs and spices to season your chicken. This will help develop a complex flavor that will shine through in the final dish.
  • Cook the chicken slowly and gently: Low and slow cooking is the key to tender, juicy chicken. Braising, stewing, or roasting are all great methods for cooking chicken this way.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking chicken, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to dry out.
  • Use a meat thermometer: The best way to ensure that your chicken is cooked through is to use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit before it is safe to eat.

Conclusion:

Comforting chicken dishes are a staple of home cooking. They are easy to make, affordable, and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you are looking for a simple weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there is sure to be a comforting chicken recipe that will fit the bill. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed.

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