Chicken soup
Warm up with our classic chicken soup recipe! Packed with tender chicken breasts, hearty egg noodles, and a medley of fresh veggies like carrots, celery, and onions, all simmered in a flavorful chicken broth with a hint of thyme. Perfect comfort food for any day!
- 23 Mar 2025
- Cook time 18 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 6 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
Chicken soup is a classic comfort food that is both nourishing and delicious. This recipe is straightforward and perfect for a cozy meal at home. With tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, aromatic herbs, and satisfying egg noodles, this soup is sure to warm your heart and stomach.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Dice the onion and slice the carrots and celery. Set them aside.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces or shred them if preferred.
- In a large pot, pour the 5 cups of chicken broth.
- Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once the broth is boiling, add the bite-sized or shredded chicken breasts to the pot.
- Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme.
- Reduce the heat to medium and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
- In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and cook the 3 cups of egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the noodles and set them aside.
- Once the chicken and vegetables are cooked, add the cooked egg noodles to the soup pot.
- Stir to combine all the ingredients. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed (e.g., salt and pepper).
- Ladle the hot chicken soup into bowls.
- Enjoy your comforting, homemade chicken soup!
Tips:
- For added depth of flavor, sauté the onions, carrots, and celery in a little olive oil or butter before adding the broth.
- Use high-quality chicken broth or make your own for a richer taste.
- If you prefer, you can use rotisserie chicken to save time. Simply shred the meat and add it towards the end of the cooking process.
- Feel free to customize the soup by adding other vegetables you enjoy, such as peas, corn, or potatoes.
- For a thicker, more stew-like consistency, you can add a roux or slurry made from flour and water.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice for a bright, fresh finish.
Creating this homemade chicken soup is both rewarding and simple. The harmony of flavors from the chicken, vegetables, and herbs makes for a soothing and hearty meal. Enjoy your bowl of comfort and warmth!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 410 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 420kcal | 21% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 27g | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 66g | 18% |
| Fiber 4.34g | 11% |
| Sugar 5g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 5g | 6% |
| Saturated 1.29g | 4% |
| Cholesterol 110mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 290ug | 32% |
| Choline 120mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 1.00mg | 83% |
| Vitamin B2 0.50mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 14mg | 87% |
| Vitamin B6 0.73mg | 43% |
| Vitamin B9 210ug | 53% |
| Vitamin B12 0.47ug | 20% |
| Vitamin C 5mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E 0.90mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K 11ug | 9% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 70mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.36mg | 40% |
| Iron, Fe 4.25mg | 39% |
| Magnesium, Mg 70mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus, P 370mg | 30% |
| Potassium, K 750mg | 22% |
| Selenium, Se 80ug | 138% |
| Sodium, Na 540mg | 36% |
| Zinc, Zn 2.24mg | 20% |
| Water | |
| Water 310g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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