Description
A classic, comforting Chicken Noodle Soup made with tender shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and egg noodles simmered to perfection in a flavorful chicken broth. This homemade soup is hearty, nourishing, and perfect for chilly days or whenever you need a warm, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Soup Base and Seasonings
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Protein and Noodles
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups egg noodles
Finishing Touches
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, making sure not to let it brown to keep its delicate flavor.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth. Add shredded cooked chicken, bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let the soup simmer gently for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and develop.
- Cook Noodles: Add egg noodles to the pot and continue cooking uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender but not mushy.
- Finish and Serve: Remove bay leaves from the soup. Stir in freshly chopped parsley and lemon juice if using for a bright, fresh finish. Serve the soup hot for comforting enjoyment.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, simmer the soup with a parmesan rind or add herbs like rosemary during cooking.
- If preparing the soup ahead of time, cook the noodles separately and add them just before serving to prevent them from absorbing too much broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
