Description
Crack Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort dish that warms your soul on chilly days. Featuring tender chicken, rich broth, and perfectly cooked egg noodles, this soup bursts with flavor and nostalgia. It’s easy to prepare and adapts well to whatever vegetables you have on hand. Whether you’re cozying up at home or serving a family dinner, this hearty soup is sure to bring smiles and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or milk)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion in a splash of oil until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add diced chicken, carrots, and celery; cook until chicken turns white (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil while scraping the bottom.
- Once boiling, add egg noodles and cook according to package instructions (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream, garlic powder, and thyme; let simmer for another minute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, feel free to include spinach or peas. Substitute rice for egg noodles for a gluten-free option. Use leftover rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.