Homestyle Chicken Soup in a Jar
Warm, comforting, and delightfully convenient, Homestyle Chicken Soup in a Jar is the perfect make-ahead meal or heartfelt gift. This recipe layers dried egg noodles, a vibrant mix of dried vegetables, and a blend of savory seasonings in a mason jar, creating a shelf-stable, ready-to-cook soup mix that comes together in minutes. Simply add water, simmer, and stir in cooked, shredded chicken for a cozy bowl of homemade goodness perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this charming soup-in-a-jar recipe is not only delicious but also an ideal DIY gift for loved ones. Try it today and savor the rustic flavors of classic chicken soup, made stress-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried egg noodles
- 0.5 cup Dried vegetable mix (carrots, celery, onion)
- 3 tablespoons Chicken bouillon granules
- 1 tablespoon Dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cooked, shredded chicken (sealed separately)
Instructions
1. In a clean, quart-sized mason jar, layer the dry ingredients in the following order: dried egg noodles, dried vegetable mix, chicken bouillon granules, dried parsley, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Seal the jar tightly with a lid. For gifting, attach a small note with cooking instructions and a separate bag containing cooked, shredded chicken.
3. To prepare the soup, pour all jar contents into a large pot. Add 8 cups of water, stirring well to dissolve the bouillon and spices.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the noodles and vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken and let the soup heat through for 5 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy your homestyle chicken soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.9 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 7250 mg | 315% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.4 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 120.2 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 3120 mg | 66% | |
*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.
