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If you grew up in the South, chances are you’ve had a big bowl of simple noodles made extra creamy with nothing more than a block of cream cheese. Southern Cream Cheese Noodles are one of those humble, no-fuss recipes every Southern kitchen keeps in its back pocket—perfect for busy weeknights, church potlucks, or pairing with your favorite skillet chicken or pork chops.

This dish couldn’t be easier. With just two ingredients—egg noodles and cream cheese—you get a side that tastes like pure comfort. It’s rich, silky, and somehow tastes like your grandmother made it (even though it takes less than 15 minutes from stovetop to table).

Did you know that cream cheese can make just about any dish taste delicious? One of my husband’s favorite noodle dishes is so simple and easy to make. All it takes is a block of cream cheese and egg noodles.

My mother-in-law got me turned on to these when I was dating Stephen. She invited me over for dinner one night and made these egg noodles, and then just melted a block of cream cheese on them.

How to Make Southern Cream Cheese Noodles

The creaminess of the cheese against the starch in the pasta is unbelievably OUT of this world. If you are up to making your own noodles, you can create egg noodles using the extruded pasta dough recipe here. Make your own pasta shapes with this extruder.

Of course, over the years, my kids have grown up eating these noodles. I make them on a weekly basis — and my son can eat an entire batch just by himself.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Only 2 ingredients — doesn’t get simpler than that.
• Budget-friendly — perfect for feeding the whole family.
• Versatile — serve with meats, veggie plates, or enjoy as a creamy bowl all on its own.
• Quick — ready in minutes, even on your busiest night.

Sometimes the best food is the simplest, and Southern Cream Cheese Noodles prove it.

My son nicknamed them “butter noodles” when he was little, and they have just stuck with that name in our family for as long as I can remember.

Ingredients You Need

• 1 (12 oz) bag egg noodles
• 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional add-ins: garlic powder, melted butter, fresh herbs, shredded Parmesan

Even though the base recipe is only two ingredients, you can easily dress it up for extra flavor if you want.

How to Make Southern Cream Cheese Noodles

1. Cook the Egg Noodles
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package directions. Drain well.
2. Melt the Cream Cheese
   While the noodles are still hot, add the block of cream cheese directly into the pot. Give it a few minutes to soften from the heat of the noodles.
3. Stir Until Creamy
   Mix gently until the cream cheese melts and coats every noodle. If it seems too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of the noodle cooking water to loosen it.
4. Season and Serve
   Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and extra creamy.

In just minutes, you’ll have a silky-rich side dish that pairs beautifully with everything from weeknight chicken breasts to BBQ pork chops.

What to Serve with Southern Cream Cheese Noodles

Southern Cream Cheese Noodles go great as a side next to my Poppyseed Chicken Casserole. Of course, if you love all things cheese, you have to check out my Flamin' Hot Cheetos Mozzarella Sticks.

These noodles go with practically everything, but they’re especially good with:

• Pan-fried pork chops
• Southern meatloaf
• Roasted chicken thighs
• Smothered cube steak
• Veggie plates
• BBQ pulled pork

This simple side rounds out any Southern meal with just the right amount of creamy comfort.

Tips for the Best Cream Cheese Noodles

• Try flavored cream cheese (garlic & herb, chive & onion) for an easy flavor boost.
• Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
• Reserve a little pasta water — it helps smooth things out.
• Serve immediately — the noodles are at their very best warm and fresh.

What have you been making lately?