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Cozy Chicken & Vegetable Noodle Soup

A comforting bowl of classic chicken noodle soup packed with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and hearty noodles.

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
6
Level
Easy
Cozy Chicken & Vegetable Noodle Soup

There's nothing quite like a warm bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup to make everything feel right in the world. Our Cozy Chicken & Vegetable Noodle Soup is brimming with tender chicken, a medley of fresh veggies, and slurpable noodles, all bathed in a deeply flavorful broth. It’s perfect for a chilly evening or whenever you need a little culinary hug.

Ingredients

Yield: 6 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 oz egg noodles (medium width)
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat. Add the chopped chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the Italian seasoning, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and vegetables to become tender.

  4. Step 4

    Add the egg noodles to the simmering soup. Cook according to package directions (usually 6-8 minutes) until al dente.

  5. Step 5

    Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir to combine. Heat through for 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle hot soup into bowls and garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

Tips

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth or add a chicken bouillon cube.
  • If you're using leftover cooked chicken, add it along with the noodles instead of cooking raw chicken separately.
  • Don't add the noodles too early, otherwise, they can become mushy. Add them a few minutes before serving.

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