Description
A classic comfort food, this hearty chicken noodle soup is loaded with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs. Perfect for warming up on a chilly day or soothing a cold.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup uncooked egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine chicken broth, water, chicken, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, parsley, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the vegetables and chicken are cooked through.
- Stir in the egg noodles and cook for an additional 5–7 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use bone-in chicken pieces and remove the bones before serving.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a bright, tangy finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 45mg