I Had No Idea...

Sometimes things can be become quite "controversial" and you had no idea! This was the case the night I posted on Facebook that I was making Chicken and Noodles over Mashed Potatoes for supper. As I told my fans, I guess I've been living in my own little comfort food bubble b/c I didn't realize some people 1. Didn't "know" you could eat the two together and 2. Thought it was funny, weird or redundant to do so. Huh??? Seriously??? In my family, and it's always been like this, if there is a pot of chicken or beef and noodles on the stove, right next to it are boiling potatoes waiting to be mashed. Now I will admit that both my father and husband do not enjoy them "over" or on the potatoes, but instead like theirs on the side w/ gravy made from the thickened juice---but still enjoy the combo. I had no clue the noodles w/ potatoes in the same meal would cause such a debate! That's okay though---as I told one fan, "to each their own". I know things we eat in this house aren't thing others enjoy and I am also aware things the neighbors are eating aren't always dishes I would think of. Food is unique and allows each one of us to express ourselves on a plate or in a bowl. However, I always try to have an open mind and remember to try new things. And thank goodness I do b/c I would have never discovered some of my favorite things otherwise.....Hello Sushi! So rather you eat them on your potatoes, off to the side, or choose to leave the taters out all together---it's okay! They are a delicious one pot meal that is perfect any day of the week!

Chicken and Noodles
2 boxes chicken broth
1 24oz. bag frozen egg noodles
1 package chicken tenders
Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper
3 tsp flour
2 cups water

To prepare chicken: Coat w/ olive oil and season w/ salt and pepper. Roast in a 400 degree oven for 30-40 minutes. Allow to cool and then shred w/ fingers.

In a large pot, bring broth plus water to a boil. Add noodles. Bring back up to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer for 20 minutes, or according to package directions. When noodles are almost done, carefully remove 1/2 c. broth w/ a ladle. Mix hot broth w/ flour and whisk until thick. Pour back in and add chicken. Simmer until done, about 10-15 more minutes. If it doesn't thicken as much as you like, repeat flour w/ broth mixture until desired thickness. Season w/ salt and pepper to taste.

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