Description
Warm up with this delightful creamy chicken noodle soup recipe, perfect for chilly days or when you need a little comfort food. Featuring tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, and a rich, velvety broth, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in, every spoonful reminds you of home and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables into bite-sized pieces and seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add seasoned chicken breasts and garlic to the pot; pour in chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and cover; let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Cook egg noodles separately according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks before returning it to the pot.
- Gradually stir in cream or milk; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Add fresh herbs right before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg