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A steaming bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup, garnished with fresh herbs.

Best Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe for Comfort

Discover the ultimate homemade chicken noodle soup, a culinary hug blending tradition with vibrant, aromatic depth. This recipe elevates the classic with a special twist, delivering a satisfying and flavorful experience perfect for any chilly day or family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Comfort Food, Main Course, Winter Meals
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Tablespoon butter
  • 2 ribs celery diced
  • 3-4 large carrots diced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 10 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary or more, to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 batch homemade egg noodles or 4 cups dry egg noodles, farfalle or other bite-size pasta
  • 3 cups rotisserie chicken
  • 1 teaspoon better than bouillon chicken flavor (or more, as needed), or chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 5-6 whole black peppercorns
  • 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • generous sprinkle fresh chopped parsley

Equipment

  • large stock pot

Method
 

Building the Flavor Base
  1. In a large stock pot, melt the 1/2 Tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the diced celery and carrots and sauté for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften and become tender-crisp. Now, add the minced garlic and cook for just another 30 seconds, stirring constantly. You want it fragrant, not burnt, to ensure a sweet, mellow garlic flavor.
Simmering the Aromatic Broth
  1. Pour in the 10 cups of chicken stock. Incorporate 1 bay leaf and 5-6 whole black peppercorns into the broth. Season the broth with 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Taste the broth before adding more salt! If the flavor seems a little thin, add 1 teaspoon of better than bouillon chicken flavor or chicken bouillon granules as needed to boost that rich chicken flavor. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Cooking the Noodles to Perfection
  1. Increase the heat and bring the broth to a rolling boil. Add your noodles – whether they are uncooked homemade egg noodles or dry store-bought pasta. Cook them just until they are al dente. If you’re using store-bought noodles, be especially cautious not to overcook them! Remove the pot from the heat as soon as they are just barely tender. The noodles will continue to cook once you remove the pot from the heat, and you absolutely don’t want them mushy.
Incorporating Chicken & Final Touches
  1. Add the 3 cups of cooked rotisserie chicken meat to the pot. Stir gently to combine. Taste the broth again and adjust any seasonings as needed; you might want a little more salt, pepper, or herbs. Just before serving, stir in 1-2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and a generous sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley. These final additions will brighten the entire soup, adding a wonderful fresh aroma and cutting through the richness for a truly memorable bowl.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This comforting homemade chicken noodle soup is ideal for family meals. For optimal noodle texture, cook them al dente and consider storing broth and noodles separately if freezing. Always taste and adjust seasoning for a perfectly balanced flavor.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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