Description
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms both the body and soul. This delightful dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich, savory broth with vibrant vegetables and hearty egg noodles. Ideal for chilly evenings or when you need a quick, nourishing meal, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. The best part? You can easily customize it by adding your favorite seasonal vegetables or adjusting the noodles to suit your taste. Whether you’re serving it at family gatherings or preparing it for a cozy night in, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone. Dive into this wholesome recipe and enjoy a bowl of heartwarming goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 whole carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Combine chicken breasts, chicken broth, celery, carrots, and onions in a large pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Cook chicken until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F), about 20-30 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in thyme leaves, garlic, salt, pepper, bay leaves, egg noodles, and water.
- Cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg