Description
My Simple Chicken Noodle Soup is a cozy, comforting classic perfect for any day. Sautéed onions, garlic, carrots, and celery create a fragrant base, simmered in rich chicken broth with tender shredded chicken and soft egg noodles. Seasoned with thyme, parsley, and a touch of salt and pepper, this soup is perfect for family dinners or rainy afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until golden.
- Add carrots and celery; cook 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to boil.
- Stir in chicken, thyme, and parsley; simmer 10 minutes.
- Add noodles; cook until tender.
- Season with salt and pepper; add lemon juice if desired.
- Serve warm with bread.
Notes
Sautéing onions and garlic first deepens the flavor. Add noodles last to prevent them from becoming mushy. Soup keeps in the fridge 3 days; freeze broth separately if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 60
