There’s a kind of quiet magic in a bowl of chicken noodle soup—it soothes, nourishes, and warms you to the core. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or just need a cozy pick-me-up, this classic recipe always delivers.
Built on humble ingredients, the flavor is anything but basic. With tender chicken, slurp-worthy noodles, and a rich homemade broth, it all comes together in one pot for a comforting meal that’s as simple as it is soul-soothing.
⏱ Prep Time 10 minutes ｜ 🔥 Cook Time 30 minutes ｜ 🍽 Servings 4–6 ｜ 🌱 Difficulty Level Easy ｜ 📦 Storage Tips Store in airtight container in fridge for 4 days or freeze up to 2 months
Ingredients List
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (breast or thigh)
- 2 cups egg noodles (or any pasta)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional, for brightness)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Add garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for another 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Add noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually 8–10 minutes).
- Stir in shredded chicken and simmer for 3–5 more minutes until heated through.
- Squeeze in lemon juice if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
💡 Recipe Notes / Tips
- Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
- Extra flavor: Add a bay leaf while simmering, remove before serving.
- Avoid soggy noodles: Cook noodles separately and add them just before serving if storing leftovers.
🧮 Nutrition Info (approx. per serving, 6 servings)
- Calories: 280
- Carbs: 25g
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Sugar: 4g
❓ FAQs
Q: Can I use uncooked chicken?
A: Yes. Simmer raw chicken in broth for 20 minutes, remove, shred, and return to soup.
Q: Can I freeze chicken noodle soup?
A: Yes, but it’s best to freeze without noodles. Add fresh-cooked noodles when reheating.
Q: What noodles work best?
A: Egg noodles are classic, but pasta like fusilli or rotini works too.
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