Slow cooker 5-ingredient Amish sweet onion noodles are the kind of cozy side dish that feels right at home on a family table, especially when you want something simple, comforting, and a little old-fashioned in the best way. Sweet onions cook down until soft and golden, then melt into buttery noodles for a rich, savory dish that tastes like it took far more effort than it really does.
These noodles are wonderful alongside roast chicken, pork chops, meatloaf, or ham, and they also fit right in at potlucks and holiday dinners. If you want to round out the plate, add a green vegetable like steamed green beans, buttered peas, or a crisp salad to balance the sweetness of the onions and the richness of the noodles.
Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Amish Sweet Onion Noodles
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
8 tablespoons butter, sliced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
12 ounces wide egg noodles
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1. Add the sliced sweet onions and butter to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours, stirring once or twice if you can, until the onions are very soft and turning deep golden around the edges.
2. Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the salt and black pepper. Cover and cook on high for 20 to 30 minutes to bring the liquid up to heat.
3. Add the egg noodles, pressing them down gently so they are mostly covered by the broth. Cover and cook on high for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the noodles are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
4. Stir well and let the noodles sit uncovered for 5 minutes if needed to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving warm straight from the slow cooker.
Variations & Tips
Make it extra savory: Stir in a spoonful of better-than-bouillon style chicken base or a light sprinkle of garlic powder when you add the broth if your family likes a deeper savory flavor.
For picky eaters: Slice the onions very thin so they nearly melt into the noodles. If someone at your table is hesitant about onions, this is the easiest way to make the texture soft and mellow.
Use beef broth for a richer version: Swapping chicken broth for beef broth gives the noodles a darker color and a deeper, almost gravy-like flavor that goes especially well with roast beef or meatloaf.
Watch the noodle timing: Different brands of egg noodles can cook at slightly different speeds in the slow cooker, so start checking early to keep them from getting too soft. You want them tender but still able to hold their shape.