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Bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup filled with noodles, chicken, and vegetables

Chicken Noodle Soup

A classic comfort food that warms both the body and soul, perfect for chilly days or when you're feeling under the weather!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 cups chicken broth Use homemade for richer flavor if available.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme or 3 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 5 oz egg noodles (or gluten-free substitute)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Garnish before serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until they are softened.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, bay leaves, and thyme. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Submerge the chicken thighs in the simmering broth. Poach for about 20 minutes until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks.
  5. Add the egg noodles to the simmering broth and cook until tender, which takes about 6-8 minutes.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve the soup hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of red pepper flakes. If you like a heartier soup, feel free to add more vegetables such as peas or corn. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months.

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