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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

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This Classic Chicken Noodle Soup combines tender shredded chicken, delicate egg noodles, and fresh vegetables simmered in a flavorful homemade broth. It’s a comforting, heartwarming soup perfect for chilly days or when you need a nourishing meal.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced thinly
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme

Main Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 8 ounces egg noodles, cooked 1 minute shy of package directions

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Add the butter to a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook the chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced celery, kosher salt, and coarse ground black pepper for 3-4 minutes or until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
  2. Add Broth and Main Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth, then add the chicken breasts, sliced carrots, and fresh thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Simmer Soup: Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and the flavors to meld.
  4. Shred Chicken: Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the soup and shred them using two forks into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Combine and Serve: Return the shredded chicken to the soup along with the cooked egg noodles. Stir gently to combine and heat through. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Cooking the egg noodles one minute less than the package directions prevents overcooking when added back to the soup.
  • Use homemade chicken broth for extra depth of flavor.
  • Fresh thyme can be substituted with dried thyme (about 1/3 teaspoon).
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrients.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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