Amish Chicken and Noodles

Step 2: Make the Noodles

1. Form the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Create a well in the center and crack in the eggs. Mix slowly, incorporating the flour into the eggs. If the dough is too dry, add milk or water, 1 tablespoon at a time.
2. Knead: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. Rest the dough: Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rest for 20–30 minutes. This helps the noodles remain tender when cooked.
4. Roll out: Divide the dough into smaller portions. Roll each portion into a thin sheet, about 1/16-inch thick.
5. Cut the noodles: Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, slice the dough into long, wide strips (about ½-inch wide). Toss them lightly in flour to prevent sticking.

Step 3: Cook the Noodles and Chicken

1. Shred the chicken: Once cooled slightly, remove the skin and bones from the chicken, shredding the meat into bite-sized pieces.
2. Boil the noodles: Bring the strained chicken broth to a gentle boil. Add the noodles in batches to avoid clumping. Cook for 5–7 minutes or until tender but not mushy.
3. Combine: Add the shredded chicken back into the pot with the noodles. Stir gently to combine.
4. Finish: Optional—add butter for extra richness and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

Serve Amish Chicken and Noodles hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. The dish pairs wonderfully with a side of green vegetables or a crisp salad. Leftovers store well in the fridge and taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to meld.

Tips for the Perfect Amish Chicken and Noodles

• Use homemade broth: For authentic flavor, homemade chicken broth is essential. Store-bought broth can be used in a pinch, but it may lack the depth of flavor.
• Resting the dough: This step ensures noodles don’t become tough when boiled.
• Noodle thickness: Keep the noodles relatively thin; thicker noodles take longer to cook and can be doughy.
• Gentle stirring: When cooking noodles in the broth, stir carefully to avoid breaking them.

Amish Chicken and Noodles is more than just a dish—it’s a warm, comforting experience, evoking memories of family meals and cozy kitchens. With this step-by-step guide, you can create a bowl of tender chicken, silky noodles, and rich broth that embodies the very essence of homestyle cooking.

If you want, I can also create a version with tips to make the noodles even fluffier and the chicken extra tender, like Amish grandmothers do. It’s a neat trick that makes the dish feel extra special. Do you want me to do that?