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chicken noodle soup homemade

Classic Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

A cozy and comforting soup filled with tender chicken, soft noodles, and flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, family dinners, or when you need a warm homemade meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Filling
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups egg noodles
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • ½ cup corn kernels optional
  • Topping
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot and sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add garlic and seasonings and cook until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring the soup to a simmer.
  4. Add shredded chicken and egg noodles and cook until noodles are tender.
  5. Stir in peas, corn, lemon juice, and parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze soup without noodles for best texture.
  • Add extra broth when reheating if the soup thickens.
  • Rotisserie chicken works well as a quick shortcut.