The Quickest Chicken Soup
Warm up to comfort in a hurry with *The Quickest Chicken Soup*, a recipe that delivers hearty, homemade flavor in just 30 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe utilizes convenient shredded rotisserie chicken to cut down on prep time while still offering a rich and satisfying taste. A blend of fresh carrots, celery, and onion sautéed in olive oil brings classic depth to the broth, enhanced by aromatic garlic, dried thyme, and a bay leaf. Egg noodles cook directly in the pot for ease, creating a one-pot wonder that’s both fulfilling and fuss-free. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for an optional boost of brightness, and enjoy a bowl of this soothing chicken noodle soup that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Ideal for SEO searches such as "quick chicken soup," "easy one-pot soup recipes," and "rotisserie chicken soup," this dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) cooked rotisserie chicken
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 medium (peeled and diced) carrots
- 2 (diced) celery stalks
- 1 medium (diced) onion
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional) fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon (to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoons (to taste) black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, then add the shredded rotisserie chicken, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1722 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.2 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 381 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 7946 mg | 345% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 119.1 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 496 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 4154 mg | 88% | |
*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.
