Description
This Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup recipe is a classic, heartwarming dish perfect for chilly days or when you need a nourishing meal. Made with tender shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs, all simmered in a savory chicken broth with tender egg noodles, this soup is easy to prepare and satisfying for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
Protein & Noodles
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 2 cups egg noodles
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion turns translucent.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and continue cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour Broth and Add Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Add the shredded chicken breast along with dried thyme, dried parsley, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer Soup: Reduce the heat to low and simmer the soup for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the chicken to warm through.
- Cook Noodles: Stir in the egg noodles and cook according to package directions, typically about 8 to 10 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
- Add Lemon Juice: If using, stir in fresh lemon juice to brighten the soup’s flavor. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving for a burst of freshness.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.
- If you prepare the soup ahead of time, cook the noodles separately and add them to individual bowls at serving to prevent them from becoming too soft.
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
