Ultimate Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe for Comfort
Warm your soul with this Ultimate Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, fresh veggies, and a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for chilly days or family gatherings, each spoonful offers a taste of nostalgia and comfort that brings everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil chicken breasts in salted water for 15-20 minutes until cooked. Remove and shred.
- In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Return shredded chicken to the pot with thyme and simmer on low for another 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream; bring back to a simmer. Add egg noodles and cook according to package instructions (about 7-9 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg