Chicken Noodle Soup (Classic Comfort in a Bowl)

There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of Chicken Noodle Soup to bring comfort on a cold day or when you’re feeling under the weather. Everytime I feel sick all I grave for is a warm homemade chicken noodle soup. It is so incredibly easy to prepare that I will even cook on my sick days. This timeless recipe is so simple, nourishing, and packed with tender chicken, and perfectly cooked noodles in a flavorful broth.

You will never want to go back to packaged noodle soups from the grocery store once you’ll try this recipe. You will be surprised that this noodle soup only exists of a handful of ingredients, it’s budget friendly and loved by so many people. My toddler loves chicken noodle soup and can eat a huge bowl of it. Whether you’re making it for your family or prepping meals for the week, this homemade soup is always satisfying and freezes very well.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Easy to make with simple ingredients
• Perfect for cold weather or sick days
• Great for meal prep and freezing
• Comforting, hearty, and full of flavor

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• 1 whole chicken
• 1 medium onion, peeled
• salt
• pepper
• bay leaf
• chicken soup mix seasoning
• water
• egg noodles

Instructions on How to Make Chicken Noodle Soup:

• Make the broth: Wash and dry the whole chicken, place it in a large pot and fill it 3/4 full of water over high heat. Periodically skimming off any foam that rises to the top. Season with salt, pepper, and chicken soup mix. Peel a medium onion and add it to the pot along with 1 bay leaf.
• Cook the chicken: Bring to gentle boil/simmer and cook for 45 minutes.
• Cook the noodles: In a separate pot cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until tender. It only takes 3 minutes to cook these fine noodles. Drain and add to the chicken pot.
• Season and serve: Season to taste, serve hot and enjoy!

Recipe Tips:

• Don’t overcook the noodles otherwise they can get mushy
• Add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavor
• Store noodles separately if making ahead
• If you want to make it a gluten free soup, simply use gluten free pasta
• Make it extra hearty by adding potatoes

Storage & Freezing:

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days
• Freezer: Freeze without noodles for best texture up to 3 months
• Reheat: Warm on the stove over medium heat

FAQs:

• What noodles work best? Egg noodles are traditional, but any past works. You can get the egg noodles from the international section at any grocery store.
• How can I make it more flavorful? Use homemade broth or add herbs like thyme or rosemary.

This homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again. It’s simple, cozy, and full of nourishing ingredients that make it a staple in any kitchen.

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