Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
A comforting classic chicken noodle soup that’s easy to make and perfect for chilly nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté until the vegetables soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant, making sure the garlic doesn’t burn.
- Pour in broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil, stirring to combine all the ingredients.
- Add chicken and seasonings: Stir in the shredded chicken, dried thyme, bay leaf, and egg noodles. Allow the mixture to return to a boil.
- Simmer the soup: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer until the noodles are tender, about 8 minutes. Keep an eye on the noodles to prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
Adjust cooking time for noodles according to package instructions. Use homemade broth for enhanced flavor.