Description
Warm and nourishing, Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re under the weather. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken simmered with fresh vegetables and egg noodles in a rich, flavorful broth. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a hearty meal that delights the senses and brings everyone together around the dinner table. Whether enjoyed solo or paired with crusty bread, this classic dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 TBSP butter
- 1 lb bone-in chicken thighs
- 8 cups chicken stock
- 3 celery stalks (diced)
- 2 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 12 ounces frozen egg noodles
- 1/2 TBSP dried thyme
- 1/2 TBSP dried basil
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large stock pot over medium heat, melt butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on both sides for about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Remove chicken from pot; retain drippings by removing excess fat. Add diced vegetables and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Pour in chicken stock; bring to a boil. Return chicken to pot, reduce heat, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken again; add frozen noodles to boiling broth and cook according to package instructions (about 20 minutes).
- Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg