Cozy Chicken Noodle Soup (Printable Version)

A comforting blend of chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles in a savory broth for a nourishing warm meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken and Broth

01 - 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 10 cups water
03 - 2 bay leaves
04 - 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
05 - 2 teaspoons fine sea salt

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 large yellow onion, diced
07 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
08 - 3 celery stalks, sliced
09 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano

→ Noodles & Finishing

13 - 6 oz wide egg noodles
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
15 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
16 - Additional salt, to taste
17 - Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place chicken thighs or breasts in a large stockpot. Add water, bay leaves, peppercorns, and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, skimming foam as needed.
02 - Transfer chicken to a plate to cool slightly. Discard bay leaves and peppercorns from the broth.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet or the same pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until vegetables soften. Stir in garlic, thyme, and oregano and cook for 1 more minute.
04 - Return sautéed vegetables to the pot with the broth. Shred or dice cooled chicken, discarding skin and bones, then add to the pot.
05 - Bring soup to a gentle boil. Stir in wide egg noodles and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until noodles are tender.
06 - Stir in chopped parsley. Adjust salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • For a richer broth, simmer the chicken longer or add a quartered parsnip.
  • Use rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken for a quicker version; simmer broth with just aromatics for 20 minutes.
03 -
  • Use bone-in chicken for deeper flavor in the broth.
  • Sauté vegetables before adding to broth to enhance their sweetness.
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