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Bowl of homemade Chicken Noodle Soup with fresh vegetables and chicken

Chicken Noodle Soup

A classic comfort food that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and hearty egg noodles in a flavorful broth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds richness to the soup
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Provides a savory base
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor
  • 2 large carrots, sliced Adds freshness and texture
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced Adds flavor and crunch
For the Broth
  • 8 cups chicken broth Robust flavor base
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Main protein source
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Adds aromatic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley Enhances the herbal notes
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces egg noodles Adds chewiness to the soup
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish) Adds freshness as a garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Stir in the sliced carrots and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and gently add the chicken breasts. Stir in the dried thyme, dried parsley, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.
  4. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the egg noodles.
  5. Let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes or until the noodles are cooked al dente.
  6. Adjust seasoning and remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

To enhance the flavor, add a splash of lemon juice before serving. For heartiness, incorporate more vegetables or swap egg noodles for whole grain or gluten-free options.