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Cozy Chicken Noodle Soup from Scratch

This comforting and soul-warming chicken noodle soup is made from scratch with tender chicken, soft noodles, and wholesome vegetables.

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Servings
6
Level
Weeknight
Cozy Chicken Noodle Soup from Scratch

There's nothing quite like a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup to soothe the soul, warm the belly, and simply make everything feel a little better. This isn't just any chicken noodle soup; it's a deeply flavorful, from-scratch version that still comes together with approachable steps. Packed with tender chicken, perfectly cooked noodles, and aromatic vegetables, it's the ultimate comfort food for a chilly evening or whenever you need a culinary hug. Get ready to stir up some serious coziness!

Ingredients

Yield: 6 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 oz egg noodles (medium width)
  • 1/4 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 vegetables are softened, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the dried thyme and bay leaf. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

  4. Step 4

    Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package directions, usually 5-8 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.

  5. Step 5

    Remove the bay leaf. Season the soup generously with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Tips

  • For an even richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
  • If you prefer, you can use a rotisserie chicken for even faster prep; just add shredded chicken with the broth.
  • Leftovers are wonderful! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Noodles may absorb a lot of liquid, so you might need to add a splash more broth when reheating.

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