Description
Creamy chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This recipe combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and egg noodles in a luscious creamy broth that warms your soul. With its delightful aroma and rich flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients, it’s a cozy hug in a bowl that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Chop carrots and celery into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Stir in egg noodles once boiling; cook according to package instructions (about 7 minutes) until al dente.
- Slowly add heavy cream while stirring; let simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in thyme and bay leaves; adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg