Description
Warm and comforting, this Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is the perfect solution for chilly evenings or when you need a little extra love in a bowl. With tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and hearty egg noodles simmered in a savory broth, this family-friendly recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. It’s not only quick and easy but also incredibly nourishing, making it a go-to dish for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Customize it with your favorite veggies or herbs to make it your own. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or just craving a comforting meal, this homemade soup is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 whole carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- In a large stock pot or Dutch oven, combine chicken breasts, chicken broth, celery, carrots, and onions.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover.
- Cook the chicken until fully cooked (about 20-30 minutes), reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove chicken from pot and shred with two forks before returning it to the pot.
- Stir in thyme leaves, minced garlic, salt, pepper, bay leaves, egg noodles, and water.
- Cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg