Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
A warm and comforting dish perfect for chilly days, made with chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the shredded chicken, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time. For richer flavor, add a splash of lemon juice just before serving.