Magical Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Magical Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days or moments when you need a warm hug in a bowl. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, and fresh vegetables simmered in a savory broth. Each spoonful evokes feelings of nostalgia, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Ready in just under an hour, this soup is as nourishing as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 bowls 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop the onion, celery, and carrots; mince the garlic.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sauté until golden brown (5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same pot, add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Stir for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Combine ingredients: Return chicken to the pot with chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil; add thyme and season to taste.
- Add egg noodles: Stir in noodles and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes).
- Finish up: Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces before returning it to the soup. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg