Warm, comforting, and easy-to-make, chicken noodle soup is a classic comfort food that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're feeling under the weather or just in need of a hearty meal, this homemade chicken noodle soup recipe is sure to hit the spot.
Ingredients
To make this homemade chicken noodle soup, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups sliced carrots
- 2 cups sliced celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup egg noodles
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Note: You can use uncooked or cooked chicken for this recipe. If you use uncooked chicken, you'll need to cook it first. If you use cooked chicken, shred it into bite-sized pieces.
Instructions
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, bring the chicken broth to a boil over high heat.
2. Add the chicken breasts, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and bay leaves to the pot.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
4. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
5. Return the chicken to the pot and add the egg noodles. Simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked.
6. Remove the bay leaves and stir in the chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Variations
You can customize this chicken noodle soup recipe to suit your taste by:
- Adding different vegetables, such as peas, corn, or potatoes.
- Using different herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or paprika.
- Using different types of noodles, such as spaghetti, linguine, or rice noodles.
Feel free to experiment and make this recipe your own!
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