Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is a wholesome, comforting bowl of tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, and flavorful vegetables simmered in savory broth—perfect for cold days or quick dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 8 cups chicken broth store-bought or homemade
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- ½ tsp dried thyme or fresh if available
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups egg noodles or pasta
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Heat oil or butter in a large pot over medium. Cook chicken 6–7 minutes per side until golden and done. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5–6 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
- Pour in broth. Bring to a boil. Add thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10–15 minutes.
- Add noodles and cook 8–10 minutes until al dente.
- Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Stir chicken back into soup. Simmer 5 minutes. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with parsley if desired.