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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

A close-up of a comforting bowl of chicken noodle soup, featuring shredded chicken, wide egg noodles, and bright orange carrot slices, garnished with fresh parsley.
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A comforting and flavorful homemade chicken noodle soup, perfect for soothing colds or warming up on a chilly day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 pounds) or 3 pounds chicken bones
  • 12 cups cold water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • 8 ounces egg noodles
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. If using a whole chicken, place it in a large pot or Dutch oven. Cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken from pot and set aside to cool. Reserve the broth.
  2. If using chicken bones, place them in a large pot or Dutch oven. Cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 hours to create a rich broth. Strain the broth and discard bones.
  3. Once the chicken is cool enough to handle, shred the meat and discard skin and bones.
  4. In the same pot (or a clean one), heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the reserved chicken broth (or homemade bone broth). Add the shredded chicken, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to package directions, usually 8-10 minutes, until tender. Do not overcook.
  8. Stir in fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Ladle hot soup into bowls and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer broth, you can roast the chicken or bones before simmering.
  • If you prefer noodles that hold their shape well, add them during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
  • You can add other vegetables like peas or corn during the last 10 minutes of cooking.

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