Description
Creamy chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms both body and soul. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, and a rich, velvety broth infused with fresh vegetables and herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a little extra comfort, every bowl promises to be a delightful experience reminiscent of home-cooked meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 2 stalks celery, sliced thinly
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter. Chop onions, carrots, and celery for even cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add diced chicken breasts and chicken broth to the pot; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, stir in egg noodles along with thyme and bay leaves; cook until noodles are al dente.
- Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring; let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg