Cozy Chicken Noodle Soup
A heartwarming Chicken Noodle Soup that embraces the spirit of comfort and connection, perfect for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 1 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or rotisserie chicken
- 8 oz egg noodles (or rice noodles for a gluten-free option)
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Onions (optional, to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and dice the carrots and celery.
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot, add onions if using, and sauté until translucent.
- Brown the chicken: Season and sear chicken in the pot until golden brown.
- Add the broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping the pot for flavor.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken, cool slightly, and shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the noodles: Add egg noodles to the simmering soup and cook according to package directions.
- Add veggies and chicken back in: Stir in shredded chicken, carrots, and celery; let mingle for 5 minutes.
- Serve it up: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with herbs, and enjoy!
Notes
This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to four days or frozen for three months. Adjust seasoning and add fresh herbs to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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