Amish Chicken Corn Soup

Amish Chicken Corn Soup
12 cups water
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup shredded carrots
3 chicken bouillon cubes
2 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) cream-style corn
2 cups uncooked egg noodles
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine the water, chicken, onion, celery, carrots and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Stir in the corn, noodles and butter; cook 10 minutes longer or until noodles are tender. Season with salt and pepper. Yield: 16 servings (about 4 quarts).