Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Warm up with a bowl of this classic comfort food! This recipe guides you through making a delicious and nourishing homemade chicken noodle soup from scratch. From simmering the flavorful broth to adding the perfect blend of vegetables and noodles, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings on a chilly day. Let’s get cooking!
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Ingredients:
Broth:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Whole chicken (about 4 pounds) | 1 |
| Water | 10 cups |
| Carrots, peeled and chopped | 2 |
| Celery stalks, chopped | 2 |
| Onion, peeled and quartered | 1 |
| Garlic, minced | 3 cloves |
| Bay leaves | 2 |
| Dried thyme | 1 teaspoon |
| Dried parsley | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
Soup:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Carrots, peeled and sliced | 2 |
| Celery stalks, sliced | 2 |
| Onion, diced | 1 |
| Garlic, minced | 3 cloves |
| Egg noodles | 8 ounces |
| Cooked chicken, shredded | 1 cup |
| Fresh parsley, chopped | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
Instructions:
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Make the Broth:
- In a large stockpot, combine chicken, water, chopped carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to low, simmer for 1 hour, skimming any foam.
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Remove Chicken:
- Remove chicken from broth. Let cool slightly, then shred.
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Strain Broth:
- Strain broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or another pot.
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Simmer Vegetables:
- Return strained broth to stockpot.
- Add sliced carrots, celery, and diced onion.
- Simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
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Cook Noodles:
- Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add shredded chicken and cooked noodles to the simmering broth.
- Stir and cook for 5 minutes.
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Season and Serve:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Enjoy your warm and comforting homemade chicken noodle soup!
