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Bowl of creamy Crack Chicken Noodle Soup with vegetables and herbs

Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Crack Chicken Noodle Soup is a creamy and flavorful dish that combines chicken, cheese, and classic soup veggies, making it a comforting option for chilly days.
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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: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled For topping, optional for added flavor
  • 1 lb chicken breasts, boneless skinless Can substitute with rotisserie chicken
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • ½ tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 6 cups chicken broth Make sure it's gluten-free if necessary
  • 8 oz egg noodles Use gluten-free noodles if needed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese Can substitute with other cheeses if desired
  • ½ cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can adjust for desired creaminess

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add the chicken breasts and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  4. Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions until tender.
  5. Stir in cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and heavy cream until melted and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, parsley, and thyme.
  6. Top with crumbled bacon and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 880mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes. To thicken the soup, mix in a cornstarch slurry. You can also adjust the vegetables to your liking with spinach or peas.

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