Souper Chicken
Warm, comforting, and packed with hearty flavors, Souper Chicken is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy family dinners or soothing weeknight meals. This wholesome recipe features tender chicken breast, a colorful medley of vegetables, and aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary, all simmered together in a rich, savory chicken broth. Uncooked egg noodles are added directly to the pot, soaking up all the delicious flavors as they cook to perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 40 minutes, this easy chicken soup recipe is perfect for busy schedules without compromising on taste. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this homemade soup is best served piping hot and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal. Whether you're fighting off a cold or simply craving a classic comfort food, Souper Chicken is the recipe you'll want to keep on repeat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (chopped) yellow onion
- 3 medium (sliced) carrots
- 3 medium (sliced) celery stalks
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper. Sear the chicken in the pot for 3-4 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add chopped onion, sliced carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir in dried thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.
Return the chicken breasts to the pot, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the uncooked egg noodles. Simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes until the noodles are tender.
Remove the bay leaves and stir in fresh parsley before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy your Souper Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.6 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 623 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 9114 mg | 396% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 383.3 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.1 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.4 g | ||
| Protein | 166.0 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 761 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 26.0 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 6153 mg | 131% | |
*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.
