Almost-Homemade Chicken & Noodles

Serves 8

7 c. chicken broth, divided

3/4 t. salt

1/2 t. pepper

24-oz. pkg. frozen homestyle egg noodles, uncooked

2 T. all-purpose flour

1 deli roast chicken, boned and chopped

In a large pot, combine 6 cups broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add noodles; boil, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. In a bowl, whisk together remaining broth and flour until smooth. Stir into broth mixture. Cook until thickened and bubbly, stirring occasionally. Add chicken. Cook 5 minutes more, or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

A roast chicken from the deli is the busy cook’s secret ingredient! The chicken is already cooked and ready for whatever recipe you decide to make.