Bob Evan's Chicken and Noodle Soup

9 c. chicken broth
3/4 c. carrots, chopped
3/4 c. celery, chopped
1 c. onion, chopped
1/2 c. butter (1 stick)
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast
1 (1# pkg.) homestyle noodles
(I used 12 ozs. pkg. frozen Reames noodles - they're just like homemade!)

In large (6 qt. or larger) crockpot, add broth, vegetables, chicken, butter and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 3.

Remove chicken and shred with a fork. Return back to crockpot. Add noodles; cook for another hour on low.