Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Cozy up with a bowl of this comforting **Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup**, a timeless classic brimming with fresh, wholesome ingredients. Made with tender shredded chicken, vibrant carrots, celery, and onion, and infused with the aromatic flavors of thyme, basil, and garlic, this soup is as nourishing as it is satisfying. Simmered in a rich chicken broth and finished with hearty egg noodles and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a perfect meal for chilly evenings, under-the-weather days, or when you simply crave a taste of home. With just 15 minutes of prep, this quick and easy recipe is ready in under an hour and serves up to six – ideal for family dinners or make-ahead lunches. Bursting with flavor and packed with nutrients, this classic chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food staple.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 50 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 stalks celery, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 2 bay leaves
• 6 ounces egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste black pepper

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Add the chicken breasts to the pot, followed by the chicken broth, dried thyme, dried basil, and bay leaves.

5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

6. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.

7. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the egg noodles.

8. Continue to simmer for an additional 6-8 minutes until the noodles are cooked.

9. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

10. Remove the bay leaves before serving and enjoy your warm, hearty chicken noodle soup.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (516.5g)

Calories		321
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		8.3 g	11%
	Saturated Fat	1.5 g	8%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		80 mg	27%
Sodium		1163 mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate		27.9 g	10%
	Dietary Fiber	3.1 g	11%
	Total Sugars	4.6 g
Protein		32.5 g	65%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		80 mg	6%
Iron		3.1 mg	17%
Potassium		718 mg	15%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 454 cal (23.9%%)

Protein: 776 cal (40.8%%)

Carbs: 672 cal (35.3%%)