Description
This Easy Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting and hearty recipe perfect for any day. Packed with tender shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and wide egg noodles, this soup simmers to perfection in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick and nourishing meal.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 8 cups chicken broth
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 cups wide egg noodles
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent, releasing its sweetness.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery to the pot. Continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and develop flavor.
- Add Broth and Herbs: Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the dried thyme, dried parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil to combine the flavors thoroughly.
- Simmer with Chicken: Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the cooked, shredded chicken. Let it cook gently for 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to heat through and absorb the flavors.
- Cook Noodles: Add the wide egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes, until the noodles are tender but firm.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaf, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve the soup hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use homemade or low-sodium chicken broth for the best flavor and to control sodium content.
- Cook the chicken ahead of time or use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Wide egg noodles add a hearty texture but can be substituted with other pasta shapes if preferred.
- Fresh parsley garnish adds a pop of color and freshness but is optional.
- To store, keep soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove to maintain noodle texture.
