Description
Spicy Cafeteria Noodles bring nostalgic school lunch memories with a zesty home-cooked twist. Quick and easy comfort food delivers robust flavors that satisfy hunger and spark joy for pasta enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) egg noodles
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 ounces or 298 grams) condensed cream of chicken soup
Dairy and Fats:
- 4 tablespoons (57 grams) butter
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook egg noodles until they reach al dente texture, approximately 6-8 minutes. Carefully drain and set noodles aside.
- Select a large cooking pot and place over medium heat. Gently melt butter until it becomes smooth and glossy.
- Pour cream of chicken soup and chicken broth into the melted butter. Whisk continuously until the mixture transforms into a velvety, uniform sauce without any lumps.
- Enhance the sauce’s flavor profile by sprinkling in garlic powder, onion powder, freshly ground black pepper, and a measured amount of salt. Stir thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Transfer the prepared noodles into the seasoned sauce, gently folding and turning to ensure every strand becomes completely enrobed with the creamy mixture.
- Reduce heat to low and allow the noodles to simmer for 2-3 minutes, enabling them to absorb the rich, savory sauce and develop a deeper flavor intensity.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately while the dish remains warm and sauce is at its most luxurious consistency.
Notes
- Swap egg noodles with gluten-free alternatives like rice or chickpea noodles for a celiac-friendly version.
- Add cooked shredded chicken or diced ham to transform this into a protein-packed main dish.
- Enhance the creamy sauce by sprinkling some grated parmesan or sharp cheddar cheese for extra richness.
- For a lighter option, substitute half the cream of chicken soup with low-fat milk or Greek yogurt to reduce calories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 315 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 660 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg