Homemade chicken noodle soup is a classic and comforting dish, perfect for warming up on a cold day or when you’re feeling under the weather. Here’s a simple recipe to make a delicious batch of chicken noodle soup from scratch:
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds), cut into pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3-4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 8 cups of water (or chicken broth for a stronger flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups egg noodles (or any pasta of your choice)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, place the chicken pieces, chopped onion, sliced carrots, celery, minced garlic, bay leaves, and dried thyme.
- Pour in the water (or chicken broth) to cover the ingredients. If using water, you can add a bouillon cube or chicken stock base for extra flavor. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool. Once it’s cool enough to handle, shred the meat and discard the bones and skin.
- While the chicken is cooling, return the pot to the stove and bring the broth back to a boil. Add the egg noodles or pasta of your choice. Cook according to the pasta’s package instructions, typically around 8-10 minutes.
- When the pasta is cooked, add the shredded chicken back into the pot and let it heat through for a few minutes.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove the bay leaves and discard them.
- Ladle the hot chicken noodle soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve your homemade chicken noodle soup hot, and enjoy!
This recipe makes a hearty and comforting chicken noodle soup with tender chicken, flavorful broth, and perfectly cooked noodles. It’s a great meal on its own or served with some crusty bread for a complete and satisfying dinner.
