Classic Chicken Noodle Soup (Printable)

Tender chicken and egg noodles in savory broth with vegetables. A warming classic ready in just 40 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz), diced

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Broth

06 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth

→ Pasta

07 - 4 oz egg noodles

→ Seasonings

08 - 1 bay leaf
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley, plus extra for garnish
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Other

12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add diced chicken. Cook, stirring, for 3–4 minutes until no longer pink on the outside.
04 - Pour in chicken broth. Add bay leaf, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
05 - Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
06 - Add egg noodles and simmer for 8–10 minutes, until noodles and chicken are cooked through.
07 - Remove bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
08 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra parsley.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Classic Comfort: A traditional American favorite that warms the soul.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 40 minutes with a simple 15-minute prep.
  • Dairy-Free: A healthy, light, yet satisfying meal suitable for various diets.
02 -
  • Allergen Safety: This recipe contains eggs and wheat. Always double-check broth and noodle labels for hidden allergens like celery.
  • Perfect Noodles: Add the noodles toward the end of cooking to ensure they maintain the right texture without becoming mushy.
  • Equipment: Using a large soup pot and a wooden spoon helps maintain consistent heat and easy stirring.
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