Description

Homemade chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and joy to any table. This easy-to-make recipe blends tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs into a rich broth that nourishes both body and soul. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or simply craving something cozy, this soup is sure to delight your taste buds and warm your heart.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb)
2 cups diced fresh carrots
2 cups diced celery stalks
1 medium onion, diced
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
3 cups wide egg noodles
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions

Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add chicken breasts and brown slightly on both sides.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any bits from the bottom. Add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Remove chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, and return them to the pot.
Stir in egg noodles and cook until tender, about 7-10 minutes.
Discard the bay leaf, ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley if desired, and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 612mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For extra nutrition, add spinach or swap egg noodles for whole wheat or gluten-free options. Use homemade stock for richer flavor; let the soup sit overnight for enhanced taste.