Quick and Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
Quick and Easy Chicken Noodle Soup is a classic homemade recipe that is simple to prepare and full of flavor. It offers tender chicken, hearty noodles, and nourishing vegetables in delicious broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this soup is ideal for families, meal prep, and cozy nights.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups egg noodles
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- lemon juice and fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until tender.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then add egg noodles.
- Cook noodles until just tender.
- Stir in shredded chicken and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add lemon juice if desired.
- Serve hot with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Add extra vegetables for more nutrition.
- Lemon juice brightens the flavor.
- Use wide egg noodles for a traditional texture.
- Fresh herbs enhance aroma and richness.