Description
This Easy Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting, hearty classic that’s perfect for chilly days or when you need a cozy meal. Made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and egg noodles simmered in a flavorful broth, it’s simple to prepare and deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
Protein & Seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Noodles & Garnish
- 6 oz egg noodles (about 3 cups)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until vegetables begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, dried parsley, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10–12 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Cook Noodles: Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to the package directions, about 7–8 minutes, until the noodles are tender but not mushy.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired for a bright, fresh touch.
Notes
- For richer flavor, add a bay leaf or a splash of lemon juice at the end of cooking.
- You can use uncooked chicken breast—dice and simmer it in the broth until fully cooked before adding noodles.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently to preserve noodle texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
