Awesome Chicken Noodle Soup

Warm your soul with this *Awesome Chicken Noodle Soup*, a comforting classic packed with hearty ingredients and vibrant flavors. This recipe features tender shredded chicken, aromatic fresh veggies like carrots, celery, and onions, and perfectly cooked egg noodles all simmered in a rich, herb-infused chicken broth. Ready in just 45 minutes, this homemade soup combines wholesome simplicity with bold seasoning from dried thyme, parsley, and a touch of garlic. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or soothing sick days, this chicken noodle soup is a family favorite that's as nourishing as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright, fresh finish, and serve piping hot for a meal that warms from the inside out.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 large, peeled and sliced carrots
• 2 sliced celery stalks
• 1 pound, boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 2 cups, uncooked egg noodles
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the pot. Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring the chicken is fully covered.

Step 5

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, and dried parsley. Stir gently to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool slightly.

Step 8

Add the egg noodles to the simmering soup and cook for 8-10 minutes, or according to the package instructions, until tender.

Step 9

While the noodles cook, shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 10

Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf and discard it.

Step 12

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1401.3 grams (1401.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1579

Total Fat 52.10g	67%
Saturated Fat 10.70g	53%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 478mg	159%
Sodium 3097mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 109.30g	40%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 14.50g
Protein 160.40g	321%

Vitamin D 59IU	297%
Calcium 326mg	25%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 2725mg	58%

*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: 30.3%

Protein: 41.5%

Carbs: 28.2%