Imagine biting into a dish that tastes like home, feels like comfort, all prepared in a snap. That’s Amish Thanksgiving Must-Have for you. It brings the goodness of simple, wholesome ingredients to your table, bursting with flavors that make everyone ask for seconds. As a mom always looking for quick yet healthy options, I know how rare it is to find something that ticks all the boxes – delicious, fast, and good for you. This recipe does just that.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
I first tasted something similar to Amish Thanksgiving Must-Have at a small, family-run diner in rural Pennsylvania. The air was crisp, the leaves were turning, and the warmth of the community was almost tangible. This recipe aims to recapture that feeling – comforting, simple, and utterly delicious. It’s more than just a dish; it’s a way to bring a little bit of that cozy autumn atmosphere to your own home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup egg noodles
- 1 cup mixed frozen vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Sauté: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in onion and garlic; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Simmer: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cook Noodles: Add egg noodles and cook according to package directions (usually 7-10 minutes).
- Incorporate Vegetables: Stir in mixed vegetables and cook until tender (about 3 minutes).
- Creamy Finish: Reduce heat to low. Gently stir in heavy cream.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Amish Thanksgiving Must-Have
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned.1 tbsp olive oil, 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Stir in onion and garlic; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).1 onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.4 cups chicken broth
- Add egg noodles and cook according to package directions (usually 7-10 minutes).1 cup egg noodles
- Stir in mixed vegetables and cook until tender (about 3 minutes).1 cup mixed frozen vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- Reduce heat to low. Gently stir in heavy cream.0.5 cup heavy cream
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.salt and pepper
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley