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Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup

This chicken noodle soup is a comforting one-pot dish featuring tender shredded chicken, crunchy carrots and celery, and soft noodles in a savory broth. The recipe emphasizes simple steps like sautéing vegetables, simmering flavorful broth, and cooking noodles separately for perfect texture, resulting in a warm, clear soup with a balanced, aromatic flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Homestyle
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken use thighs for flavor or breasts for leaner option
  • 3 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 8 oz wide egg noodles cooked separately
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional, for brightness
  • fresh parsley or thyme for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot
  • sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Colander
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Once shimmering, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the cooked shredded chicken to the broth, stirring to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to soften further.
  3. While the soup simmers, bring a separate pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the wide egg noodles until just al dente, about 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  4. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness, if desired, and stir in chopped fresh herbs for an extra fresh flavor.
  5. Add the cooked noodles to the soup during the last 5 minutes of cooking, allowing them to soak up the flavorful broth and warm through.
  6. Serve the hot soup in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley or thyme if using. Enjoy the comforting aroma and tender ingredients in every spoonful.