Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Amish Butter Noodles
Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Amish Butter Noodles are a simple, comforting side dish made with tender noodles, rich butter, and flavorful broth. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, Sunday dinners, holiday meals, or whenever you want a warm homemade side without a long ingredient list.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, sliced into pieces
Instructions
- Lightly grease the slow cooker.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the butter.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for about 1 hour, or until the butter has melted and the broth is hot.
- Add the uncooked egg noodles and stir gently to coat them with the broth.
- Cover and continue cooking on HIGH for approximately 45–60 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the noodles are tender.
- Serve immediately while warm and buttery.
Tips
- Use wide egg noodles for the best texture.
- Stir the noodles occasionally while they cook to prevent sticking.
- Slow cookers vary, so begin checking the noodles early to avoid overcooking.
- For a richer flavor, use a good-quality chicken broth.
- Let the noodles sit for a few minutes before serving so the buttery broth can thicken slightly.
Serving Suggestions
These buttery noodles pair especially well with:
- Roast chicken
- Fried chicken
- Meatloaf
- Pot roast
- Pork chops
- Baked ham
- Green beans
- Roasted vegetables
Recipe Card
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients: 12 ounces egg noodles, 4 cups chicken broth, 1/2 cup unsalted butter.
Directions: Melt butter with broth in the slow cooker. Add egg noodles and cook on HIGH until tender, stirring occasionally. Serve warm.