Description
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors and wholesome ingredients for a satisfying meal. Perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make soup features tender rotisserie chicken, fresh vegetables, and hearty egg noodles simmered in a velvety broth. With just 30 minutes of preparation, you can enjoy a bowl of warmth that brings everyone together. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting dish to share, this creamy chicken noodle soup is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup sliced or diced carrots
- 1 cup sliced or diced celery
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 2 cups shredded or chopped cooked chicken
- 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk
- 3–4 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in flour, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced potato; bring to a boil without stirring for 3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and cover partially; simmer for 25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add cooked chicken, half-and-half or milk, and noodles; cook for another 10 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Serve warm with optional fresh thyme garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg