Stovetop Chicken Noodle Soup
This easy stovetop chicken noodle soup is simple, soothing, and full of classic comfort. With tender chicken, soft noodles, and rich broth, it's a cozy bowl of nourishment that comes together in under an hour.
Equipment
- Large Pot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter for richer flavor
- 1 onion diced
- 2 carrots peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs boneless, skinless
- 8 cups chicken broth store-bought or homemade
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Optional Additions
- fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavor
- dried dill or thyme as substitute or extra flavor
- red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper. Sear gently until just browned on both sides.
- Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the pot.
- Add egg noodles and cook according to package directions (usually 6–8 minutes), until just tender.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Stir in fresh parsley and optional lemon juice or dill if desired.
- Serve hot in bowls. Enjoy your comforting stovetop chicken noodle soup.
Notes
For best freezing results, store without noodles and add freshly cooked ones when reheating. Customize with extra veggies, herbs, or protein as needed. Perfect for sick days, cold nights, or emotional resets.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 26gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 7200IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg
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