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Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken Noodle Soup
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This classic Chicken Noodle Soup recipe offers a comforting bowl of tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, and vibrant vegetables simmered in a savory broth. Perfect as nourishing comfort food, it is easy to customize, quick to prepare, and ideal for chilly days or anytime you crave a warm, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

Noodles

  • 8 oz egg noodles

Broth

  • 6 cups homemade or high-quality chicken broth

Vegetables

  • 2 medium carrots, finely diced
  • 2 celery stalks, finely diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Herbs and Spices

  • 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Salt, to taste

Other

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop carrots, celery, and onions finely for even cooking and flavor release. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces or leave whole to shred later.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and celery; cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant to build flavor.
  3. Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in minced garlic, thyme, and parsley. Cook for another minute to release their aromatic oils.
  4. Pour in Broth and Chicken: Add chicken broth and raise heat to bring to a gentle boil. Add chicken pieces, cover, then reduce heat to simmer until chicken is cooked through and broth is infused.
  5. Add Noodles: When chicken is tender, add egg noodles and simmer for 6-8 minutes until noodles are al dente.
  6. Finish and Serve: Remove chicken if shredding preferred, shred with forks, then return it to the soup. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use homemade broth for the richest flavor by simmering chicken bones with vegetables overnight.
  • Add noodles last and cook just until tender to avoid mushy texture.
  • Shred chicken for better texture distribution throughout the soup.
  • Season gradually by tasting as you go to prevent over-salting.
  • Add fresh herbs at the end to preserve their bright flavor and aroma.

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Keywords: chicken noodle soup, comfort food, homemade soup, easy soup recipe, gluten-free soup

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