There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of chicken noodle soup, it’s simple, nourishing, and packed with flavor. Inspired by the classic homemade version from Budget Bytes, this recipe uses fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and hearty noodles to create a comforting meal perfect for any day.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 chicken breasts (boneless/skinless)
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 150–170 g egg noodles
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
👉 This classic combination of onion, carrot, and celery (mirepoix) builds the base flavor of the soup.
Also Read: Garlic Chicken Thigh Recipes
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
Chop onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Keep parsley aside for garnish.
Step 2: Sauté Vegetables
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5–6 minutes until softened.
Step 3: Add Flavor Base
Stir in garlic, basil, thyme, bay leaf, pepper, and salt. Cook for another 3–5 minutes to release aroma.
Step 4: Add Chicken & Broth
Place chicken breasts into the pot and pour in chicken broth.
Step 5: Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 1 hour. This slow cooking develops deep flavor.
Step 6: Shred Chicken
Remove chicken, shred it using forks, and return it to the pot.
Step 7: Add Noodles
Add egg noodles and cook for 6–8 minutes until tender.
Step 8: Final Touch
Taste and adjust salt if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
🥗 Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~213 kcal
- Protein: 17 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sodium: ~1260 mg
👉 Chicken noodle soup is generally a low-fat, protein-rich comfort food with vegetables and broth, making it both filling and nourishing.
Also Read: Easy Chicken Carbonara
💡 Tips for Best Results
Adjust salt based on broth used
Use bone-in chicken for richer broth flavor
Simmer slowly, don’t rush the process
Add noodles at the end to avoid overcooking
