Cozy Classic Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe Easy Homemade from Scratch
A simple, comforting chicken noodle soup made from scratch using boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh vegetables, and egg noodles. Perfect for cozy nights and quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 43 minutes
- Total Time: 53 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 6 ounces egg noodles
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: peel and slice carrots, chop celery and onion, mince garlic, and cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add minced garlic and chicken pieces; cook for about 3 minutes until chicken starts to turn white but is not fully cooked.
- Pour in chicken broth, water, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes.
- Rinse egg noodles under cold water to remove excess starch. Add noodles to the pot and cook for 6-8 minutes until tender but firm, stirring occasionally.
- Remove bay leaf, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in fresh lemon juice if using and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier, more tender meat. Simmer gently to keep broth clear and flavorful. Rinse noodles before adding to prevent sticking. Adjust salt gradually and taste often. For leftovers, cook noodles separately to avoid mushiness. Optional lemon juice brightens flavor. Can be adapted for slow cooker or gluten-free diets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2 cups per ser
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 18
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