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Ultimate Magical Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe to Savor

Ultimate Magical Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe to Savor

This Ultimate Magical Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe is perfect for cold weather, filled with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and egg noodles in a rich broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 whole chicken or bone-in pieces for best flavor
  • 8 oz egg noodles or rice noodles for a twist
  • 2 cups carrots chopped
  • 2 cups celery chopped (optional)
  • 1 medium onion chopped; yellow or white
  • 3 cloves garlic minced; fresh preferred
  • 8 cups chicken broth homemade or low-sodium
  • 1 tsp thyme fresh or dried
  • 2 leaves bay leaves omit if needed
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Begin by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and quickly dicing the vegetables.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, pour in olive oil and add the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add Chicken & Broth: Incorporate the chicken pieces along with chicken broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Simmer: Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the soup bubble for about 20 minutes.
  5. Cook Noodles: Add egg noodles to the pot, cooking according to package instructions, checking often.
  6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnishing with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Optional: Try adding a splash of lemon juice for a refreshing zing.