Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup
Warm your soul with this hearty and *Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup*, a timeless recipe perfect for chilly days and cozy evenings. Made with tender shredded chicken, wholesome egg noodles, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this soup is simmered to perfection in a flavorful, herb-infused broth featuring thyme, oregano, and a hint of garlic. Ready in just 45 minutes, this homemade classic is easy to prepare, deliciously satisfying, and bursting with comforting aromas. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant final touch, and savor each spoonful of this nourishing, feel-good soup that the whole family will love. Perfect for meal prep, post-illness recovery, or simply warming up on a cold day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 ounces egg noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add sliced carrots and celery, and sauté for about 4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Simmer the soup for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the egg noodles and cook for 8 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot and heat through for about 2 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf, then stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.0 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 455 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 7532 mg | 327% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 188.4 g | 377% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 494 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 4578 mg | 97% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
