Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
A warm and comforting dish made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and egg noodles, perfect for chilly days or when you're feeling under the weather.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced Adds flavor to the base
- 2 medium carrots, sliced For sweetness and color
- 2 stalks celery, diced For added crunch and flavor
- 3 cloves garlic, minced For aroma and depth of flavor
Broth and Seasoning
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth Preferably homemade for rich flavor
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Main protein of the soup
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano Herb for flavor
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped Fresh herb enhances taste
- 2 leaves bay leaves To be removed before serving
Noodles
- 2 cups egg noodles Can substitute with any small pasta
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add sliced carrots and diced celery; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about a minute.
Cooking
- Pour in the chicken broth and turn the heat up to bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Add the boneless chicken breasts, seasoning with salt and pepper, dried oregano, fresh thyme, and bay leaves.
- Allow the soup to simmer for about 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from the pot and shred it or chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the egg noodles.
- Cook noodles according to packaging instructions, avoiding overcooking.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Remove bay leaves before serving.
Serving
- Ladle warm soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped herbs if desired.
- Serve with crusty bread or cornbread.
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Notes
For added nutrition, consider including vegetables like peas or spinach during the last few minutes of cooking. Adjust seasoning before serving, and for a creamier texture, add heavy cream after cooking.