Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken pieces
Noodles
- 4 cups egg noodles
Vegetables
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Broth
- 8 cups chicken broth
Herbs and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1–2 tablespoons oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop the carrots, celery, and onions into bite-sized pieces for even cooking, and mince the garlic to release its aroma.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sweat the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until they soften and become fragrant, building the base flavor for your soup.
- Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Add the chicken pieces, allowing them to cook gently and infuse the soup with flavor.
- Cook the Noodles: About 5 to 7 minutes before the soup is done, add the egg noodles. Let them soften perfectly without becoming mushy.
- Season and Garnish: Finish the soup with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs like parsley and thyme. Stir gently and taste to adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- Use homemade broth for the richest, most flavorful soup.
- Add noodles near the end to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Shred the chicken after cooking for better texture and easier serving.
- Keep the soup simmering gently to blend flavors without breaking down ingredients.
- Add fresh herbs at the end for maximum aroma and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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