Description
Comfort springs from this classic chicken noodle soup recipe, warming hearts with homemade goodness. Fragrant herbs, tender chicken, and silky noodles create a soothing bowl that connects you with cherished memories of home-cooked love.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables:
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid and Noodles:
- 8 cups (1.9 liters) chicken broth
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) water
- 1 cup (85 grams) uncooked egg noodles
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by finely dicing onions, carrots, and celery into uniform pieces. Mince garlic cloves and slice chicken into bite-sized cubes for even cooking.
- Pour chicken broth and water into a large pot. Add chopped vegetables, minced garlic, chicken pieces, parsley, and thyme. Gently stir to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Heat mixture over medium-high flame until liquid reaches a rolling boil, approximately 5-7 minutes. Reduce temperature to low, creating a gentle simmer.
- Allow soup to simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, ensuring chicken is thoroughly cooked and vegetables become tender. Periodically skim any foam from surface.
- Introduce egg noodles directly into simmering liquid. Cook for 6-8 minutes until noodles reach al dente texture, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Carefully taste soup and modulate seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust flavors to personal preference.
- Remove pot from heat. Let soup rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Ladle into warm serving bowls and garnish with fresh parsley sprigs.
Notes
- Swap regular egg noodles with gluten-free options for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting soup.
- Boost nutrition by adding extra vegetables like spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking, creating a more colorful and nutrient-dense meal.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium chicken broth and adjusting salt carefully, making the soup heart-friendly and diet-conscious.
- Enhance flavor complexity by using homemade chicken stock instead of store-bought, which adds deeper, richer taste and more nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg