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Comforting Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Comforting Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
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This Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup is a classic meal that I make when we need something simple and comforting. It’s a go to meal when someone in my family is feeling under the weather or when a friend needs a homemade meal that feels like a hug. It’s simple enough for a weekday meal and it makes a large enough portion to last several days or to stock your freezer with leftovers. I often make it on Friday nights so we have a meal ready to go all weekend. No cooking all weekend? Yes, please!
Why You’ll Love This:
- Easy enough for weeknights
- Makes a large portion for leftovers
- Heartfelt homemade meal to share with others
- Great for those feeling under the weather
- Comforting and nourishing meal
- A thoughtful meal to gift to friends and family
Comforting Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Ingredients
- 2-3 chicken breasts
- 4 carrots large
- 4-5 celery stalks
- 1 yellow onion small or medium
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 3 boxes chicken broth
- 10 oz egg noodles half the bag
Instructions
- Add olive oil to Dutch oven and heat on medium-low.
- While that is heating up wash all veggies. Peel carrots and then small dice all veggies.
- Salt and pepper the chicken breast then add to Dutch oven to cook through. After it is cooked through, set aside to rest.
- Put more olive oil in the Dutch oven, if needed, then add veggies to cook until almost tender, about 6-8 minutes depending on desired texture.
- Add spices and cook for 30 seconds to a minute until fragrant.
- Then add the chicken broth.
- Let it come to boil.
- While you are waiting for that to boil, dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the soup.
- Once it is boiling add the noodles and cook for the time on the package, stirring occasionally, so they don't stick
- Add the lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.
Storage & Reheating the soup:
Chicken noodle soup stores well and makes great leftovers. Let the soup cool completely before transferring it to airtight containers.
- Refrigerator: Store in the fridge for up to 4 days. The noodles will continue to absorb broth, so add extra liquid when reheating if needed. Or leave the noodles out and add them later when reheating the soup.
- Freezer: For best texture, freeze the soup without the noodles and add freshly cooked noodles when reheating. Freeze for up to 3 months.
This makes the recipe perfect for meal prep or stocking the freezer!
Helpful Notes
- This soup is easy to adjust — add more broth if you prefer it thinner or extra noodles or chicken if your family likes it heartier.
- For a richer flavor, sauté the vegetables in a little butter or olive oil before adding broth.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme at the end for a light, fresh finish and a beautiful presentation.
- This recipe can easily be doubled to feed a crowd or to stock your freeze for later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make chicken noodle soup ahead of time?
Yes. This soup is great for making ahead and reheats well throughout the week.
Why did my noodles soak up all the broth?
Noodles naturally absorb liquid as they sit. Simply add more broth or water when reheating. Or only add the noodles when ready to serve.
Ingredient Swaps
Chicken – Instead of cooking the chicken yourself, you can buy a rotisserie chicken, then shred it and add to the soup! This makes it even easier!
Noodles – The classic Chicken Noodle Soup Recipes call for egg noodles, but I find that those get pretty soggy quickly. I prefer to use Ditalini Pasta noodles. My kids love the tiny shape and it makes it easier to eat without making a mess.
This recipe is flexible and easy to adjust depending on what you have on hand, making it a great option for busy weeks or last-minute meals!
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