Ultimate Chicken Noodle Soup
A comforting bowl of Chicken Noodle Soup that feels like a warm hug on a chilly day. This classic soup is a family favorite, perfect for creating memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (or Thighs)
- 2 Carrots, chopped
- 2 Celery Stalks, chopped
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 8 oz Egg Noodles
- 8 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop your carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
- Sauté the veggies: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and celery, sautéing until softened.
- Add the carrots and chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer the chicken: Reduce heat and cover, allowing the chicken to cook through (about 20 minutes).
- Shred the chicken: Remove and shred the chicken, returning it to the pot.
- Add the noodles: Return to a simmer and cook until noodles are al dente (about 6-8 minutes).
- Season and serve: Adjust seasoning as needed and discard the bay leaves before serving.
Notes
For a hearty variation, serve in bread bowls or with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Experiment with ingredients like cream or spice them up with jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken noodle soup, comfort food, soup, family recipe, easy recipe