Description
Comforting chicken noodle soup brings warmth and nostalgia to dinner tables across America. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a soul-soothing meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or boiled)
- 4 cups chicken broth
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings, Dairy, and Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 2 cups egg noodles (or any pasta)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for a fresh touch)
- Fresh parsley
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Warm a spacious cooking vessel over moderate heat, allowing butter to gently liquify and coat the base.
- Introduce diced onions, julienned carrots, and thinly sliced celery, sautéing until the vegetables become translucent and tender, releasing their aromatic essence.
- Incorporate minced garlic and carefully sprinkle in a harmonious blend of salt, ground black pepper, dried thyme, chopped parsley, and a whisper of paprika, stirring to awaken the spices’ vibrant flavors.
- Pour chicken broth into the vegetable mixture, creating a rich liquid foundation for the soup’s character.
- Add uncooked egg noodles, allowing them to simmer gently and absorb the savory broth while gradually softening.
- Introduce shredded cooked chicken, stirring to distribute the protein evenly throughout the liquid.
- Let the soup bubble softly, permitting the noodles to reach perfect al dente texture and the flavors to meld seamlessly.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, creating a luxurious, velvety consistency that envelops each ingredient.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, ensuring a balanced and comforting flavor profile.
- Remove from heat and let the soup rest momentarily, allowing its temperatures and flavors to harmonize before serving.
Notes
- Start with fresh, high-quality vegetables for maximum flavor and crunch in your soup base.
- Adjust heat carefully when sautéing aromatics to prevent burning and maintain a golden, translucent texture.
- Swap traditional noodles with zucchini spirals or cauliflower rice for a low-carb, gluten-free alternative that keeps the soup light and nutritious.
- Enhance protein content by adding shredded rotisserie chicken or white beans for a heartier, more filling meal that suits different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg