Print

Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken Noodle Soup
Print Recipe

Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting and nourishing classic made with a savory homemade broth, tender bone-in chicken, fresh vegetables, and soft egg noodles. This immune-boosting soup hydrates, soothes sore throats, and replenishes essential nutrients, making it perfect for colds or anytime you need a warm, wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Broth

  • Bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (about 2-3 pounds)
  • Water (enough to cover chicken in pot)
  • Salt, a pinch
  • 1 onion, peeled and halved
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh thyme sprigs (about 2 teaspoons fresh minced or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (about 2 tablespoons)

Noodles and Seasoning

  • 2 cups egg noodles
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil (for sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Begin by simmering bone-in chicken pieces in water with a pinch of salt, a halved onion, and whole garlic cloves until tender, about 30-40 minutes. This creates the flavorful broth base.
  2. Strain the Broth and Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken from the pot, strain the broth to remove solids, then shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, reserving the broth for the soup.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and lightly sauté diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic until softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Combine Broth and Vegetables: Pour the strained broth back into the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Bring to a simmer and season with fresh thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Cook the Noodles: Add the egg noodles to the simmering soup and cook until tender, approximately 6-8 minutes depending on noodle size.
  6. Add Shredded Chicken and Fresh Herbs: Return the shredded chicken to the pot, stir to combine, and toss in freshly chopped parsley just before serving for a bright, herbal finish.

Notes

  • Use homemade chicken broth whenever possible for richer flavor and healing benefits.
  • Add noodles last to prevent them from becoming mushy; cook just until tender.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley and thyme enhance aroma and flavor—stir in right before serving.
  • Adjust salt gradually as broths vary in salt content.
  • Skim excess fat from broth for a cleaner, lighter soup.

Nutrition

Keywords: chicken noodle soup, immune boosting soup, comfort food, homemade broth, easy soup recipe, healing soup, cold remedy

Find it online: https://elenaglam.com/chicken-noodle-soup/