Description
Warm up with a bowl of Chicken Noodle Soup, a classic comfort food packed with tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, and fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly days or when you’re feeling under the weather, this easy, nutritious recipe offers customizable options to suit your tastes and needs.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 bone-in, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 6 oz wide egg noodles (or preferred noodle variety)
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add Garlic and Broth:
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and add thyme sprigs and bay leaves.
Add Chicken:
- Place chicken breasts into the pot and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Simmer:
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
Shred Chicken:
- Remove chicken breasts from the pot and allow them to cool slightly. Shred the meat, discarding the bones.
Cook Noodles:
- Bring the soup back to a boil and add egg noodles. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
Combine and Serve:
- Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaves.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for added freshness.
Notes
- Storage Tip: Freeze the soup without noodles for best results, as noodles can become mushy when reheated. Cook fresh noodles and add them when serving.
- Flavor Boost: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice enhances the broth’s flavor.
- Make It Your Own: Swap in different veggies, noodles, or herbs to customize the soup to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
