There is nothing quite like a steaming bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup to warm the soul. This classic comfort food features tender, shredded chicken breast floating in a clear, aromatic broth infused with fresh dill, lemon, and black pepper. The dish is packed with essential nutrients from sliced carrots and celery, which add a satisfying crunch and natural sweetness to every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings, recovering from a cold, or simply craving a hearty yet light meal, this soup strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and depth of flavor. The egg noodles provide a soft, comforting texture that soaks up the delicious stock. It’s a versatile recipe that comes together with pantry staples and requires minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you want to treat your family to a wholesome, home-cooked meal that feels like a warm hug.
Chicken Noodle Soup
Description
There is nothing quite like a steaming bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup to warm the soul. This classic comfort food features tender, shredded chicken breast floating in a clear, aromatic broth infused with fresh dill, lemon, and black pepper. The dish is packed with essential nutrients from sliced carrots and celery, which add a satisfying crunch and natural sweetness to every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings, recovering from a cold, or simply craving a hearty yet light meal, this soup strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and depth of flavor. The egg noodles provide a soft, comforting texture that soaks up the delicious stock. It&# 226;ÂÂs a versatile recipe that comes together with pantry staples and requires minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you want to treat your family to a wholesome, home-cooked meal that feels like a warm hug.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large saucepan, combine the boned chicken pieces, chopped onion, bay leaves, peppercorns, half of the sliced carrots, half of the sliced celery, and 8 cups of water.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1 hour to create a flavorful stock.
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Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool slightly. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot, discarding the vegetables, bay leaves, and peppercorns.
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Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken meat into bite-sized pieces, discarding any skin or fat if desired.
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Return the strained broth to the pot over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken, the remaining carrots and celery, dried dill, and lemon juice.
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Bring the soup back to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Stir in the cooked egg noodles until they are heated through and evenly distributed.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 271.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13.6g21%
- Saturated Fat 3.7g19%
- Cholesterol 101.0mg34%
- Sodium 93.1mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 30.6g62%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
