Magic Chicken Noodle Soup

Warm your soul with this comforting and flavorful Magic Chicken Noodle Soup, a timeless recipe with a deliciously enchanting twist. Prepared with tender shredded chicken, hearty egg noodles, and an aromatic blend of garlic, onion, and herbs, this homemade soup is perfect for cozy evenings or as a remedy for chilly days. The magic lies in its simplicity and wholesome ingredients, including carrots, celery, bay leaf, and fresh parsley, simmered to perfection in rich chicken broth. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder delivers a nourishing, feel-good meal that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. Whether you're feeling under the weather or just craving something warm and soothing, Magic Chicken Noodle Soup is your go-to comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 medium celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large chicken breasts
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 cups egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Place the chicken breasts in the pot, followed by the chicken broth, bay leaf, and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let the chicken cook for 15 minutes, or until fully cooked through.

Step 6

Carefully remove the cooked chicken breasts and set them aside on a cutting board to cool slightly.

Step 7

Add the egg noodles to the broth and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until tender.

Step 8

While the noodles are cooking, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.

Step 9

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 10

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste, and discard the bay leaf.

Step 11

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy your magical bowl of warmth and comfort!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3073 grams (3073.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1628

Total Fat 49.70g	64%
Saturated Fat 9.80g	49%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 422mg	141%
Sodium 7314mg	318%
Total Carbohydrate 121.40g	44%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 19.60g
Protein 167.90g	336%

Vitamin D 0IU	2%
Calcium 400mg	31%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 2842mg	60%

*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: 27.9%

Protein: 41.9%

Carbs: 30.3%