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Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup with Fresh Herbs

This chicken noodle soup features tender chicken, al dente noodles, and a flavorful broth infused with garlic and thyme. The dish is finished with a light broth, soft vegetables, and noodles that absorb the aromatic flavors, resulting in a comforting, bowl-worthy appearance.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chicken breast or thighs boneless and skinless
  • 8 cups chicken broth preferably homemade or low-sodium
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 carrots carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery stalks sliced
  • 6 oz egg noodles or other small pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
    2 cups chicken breast or thighs
  2. Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds, until it begins to soften and releases a welcoming aroma. Then, pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
    2 cups chicken breast or thighs
  3. Stir in the sliced carrots, celery, and thyme, then return the cooked chicken to the pot. Cook for about 15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked through.
    2 cups chicken breast or thighs
  4. Remove the chicken, shred it into bite-sized pieces, and return to the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the broth’s flavor as needed.
    2 cups chicken breast or thighs
  5. Bring the broth back to a gentle simmer and add the egg noodles. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the noodles are al dente and have absorbed some of the flavorful broth.
    2 cups chicken breast or thighs
  6. Once the noodles are tender and the soup looks thickened slightly with starchy goodness, give it a taste. Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot with fresh herbs if desired.