The Ultimate Chicken Noodle Soup: A Cozy Classic with a Twist
A delightful blend of fresh ingredients, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables in a savory homemade broth. This chicken noodle soup is perfect for cozy evenings and nurturing the soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 3 cups egg noodles (or rice noodles for gluten-free)
- 2 carrots, diced (or frozen carrot rounds)
- 2 celery stalks, diced (or bell pepper/green beans)
- 6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Dice into bite-sized cubes and sauté in olive oil until golden, about 6-8 minutes.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cook until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in diced carrots and celery, cooking for another 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the Broth: Add 6 cups of chicken broth, bring to a boil.
- Add the Noodles: Reduce heat, add egg noodles, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Finish with Herbs: Stir in chopped fresh herbs in the last minutes of cooking.
- Serve It Up: Ladle soup into bowls and enjoy hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or spices. This soup freezes well without the noodles; just add fresh noodles when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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