Description
My Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup is a classic favorite with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and flavorful noodles. Perfect for cozy family meals or when you need a warm hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery sticks, sliced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups egg noodles
- Juice of ½ lemon (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add carrots and celery, cook until slightly softened.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil.
- Add shredded chicken, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15 minutes.
- Stir in egg noodles, cook until tender (7–8 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning, add lemon juice, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor.
- Noodles are best cooked fresh to prevent sogginess.
- Leftovers last 3 days in the fridge; reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 780
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 70