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Cozy Classic Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

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A warm, comforting chicken noodle soup with tender chicken, silky noodles, and rich homemade broth, perfect for chilly nights and sick days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works perfectly)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups egg noodles (or any small pasta; use gluten-free noodles if needed)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
  • Fresh lemon juice (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  4. Stir in sliced carrots, celery, dried thyme, and bay leaf; cook for 4-5 minutes until veggies start to soften and herbs release aroma.
  5. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
  6. Add 2 cups shredded cooked chicken, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors and soften veggies.
  7. Cook egg noodles separately in boiling water according to package instructions (7-8 minutes), then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
  8. Stir noodles into the soup just before serving; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Notes

Cook noodles separately to prevent them from becoming mushy. Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels. Fresh herbs add brightness but dried herbs work well. Simmer gently to keep broth clear and flavors balanced. For richer broth, simmer chicken carcass beforehand. Store soup and noodles separately for freezing to avoid sogginess.

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