Description
Old Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup is the quintessential comfort food that warms the heart and nourishes the soul. This timeless recipe features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and hearty egg noodles in a rich, flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this easy-to-make soup is sure to become a cherished staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh thyme, to taste
Instructions
- Chop the vegetables and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions in oil until translucent (3-5 minutes). Add carrots and celery; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken along with salt and pepper; cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add egg noodles and thyme; cook according to package instructions until tender (about 7 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot with crusty bread.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor.
Cook noodles separately if you plan to store leftovers to prevent them from becoming mushy.
Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or herbs according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg