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Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipes

Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipes

Cozy chicken noodle soup with tender noodles and a savory, herby broth. Simple, soothing, and ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.25 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1.25 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 1.5 tsp minced garlic
  • 1.25 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 cup chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 0.75 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 0.75 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 oz wide egg noodles
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Warm oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic; cook until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour in broth; add thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Submerge chicken; reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
  • Cook until chicken is done, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a board; shred with two forks.
  • Return shredded chicken to the pot; stir in egg noodles.
  • Simmer until noodles are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon juice and fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Notes

Variation ideas: add a pinch of turmeric for color, swap noodles for rice, or use shredded rotisserie chicken to cut time. For serving, add a squeeze of extra lemon and cracked pepper.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.