Thereโs nothing quite like a steaming bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup to warm your soul and make you feel at home. Comforting, flavorful, and filled with nostalgia, this soup is perfect for those days when you need a little culinary hug. Letโs dive into making this delightful dish!
Ingredients
- Onion โ 1, chopped
- Garlic cloves โ 7 to 8, minced
- Carrots โ 3, sliced into rustic bite-sized pieces
- Celery ribs โ 3, sliced
- Butter โ 28 g (2 tablespoons)
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts โ 900 g (2 pounds)
- Bay leaves โ 2
- Chicken stock โ 1920 ml (8 cups)
- Egg noodles โ about 120 g (2 cups)
- Fresh thyme โ a handful of sprigs, tied together
- Lemon zest โ to taste
- Fresh lemon juice โ to taste
- Salt โ to taste
- Black pepper โ to taste
- Fresh parsley โ a handful, chopped
- Fresh dill โ optional, chopped
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients
Chop the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery into bite-sized pieces. Have your chicken stock ready. - Start the Base
Heat butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Stir frequently and cook until the onions turn translucent and fragrant. - Add Chicken and Herbs
Clear a space in the pot and add the chicken breasts, allowing them to have direct contact with the pot’s bottom. Drop in bay leaves and fresh thyme. - Simmer the Stock
Add chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently until the chicken is fully cooked through. - Shred the Chicken
Once cooked, remove chicken breasts and set them aside to cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks or your hands, then return it to the pot. - Flavor and Season
Add bay leaves, along with zest and juice of a lemon for brightness. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Cook the Noodles
Bring the soup back to a good simmer and add egg noodles. Cook until al dente. - Finish the Soup
Stir in freshly chopped parsley and dill if using. Taste one last time and adjust seasonings as needed.
Invite your family to the table and enjoy bowls of this cozy, nourishing chicken noodle soup. It’s bound to become a household favorite, whether youโre feeling a little under the weather or just craving some comfort. Bon appรฉtit!
