Description
A quick and comforting 30-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup combining tender chicken, soft egg noodles, fresh vegetables, and a savory broth for a wholesome, flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy days and cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- Chicken breasts or thighs (about 1 lb), thinly sliced
Noodles
- Egg noodles (6-8 oz)
Vegetables
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Fats
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Herbs & Seasonings
- Fresh parsley, chopped (about 2 tbsp)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables and chicken: Start by chopping carrots, celery, and onions into bite-sized pieces. Slice the chicken breasts or thighs thinly to ensure they cook quickly and evenly.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add broth and chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil. Add the sliced chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
- Cook the noodles: Once the chicken is tender, add the egg noodles straight to the pot. Let them cook according to package instructions, usually 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Finish and serve: When noodles are tender and soup has a delicious aromatic depth, turn off the heat. Stir in freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed before serving hot.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced chicken for faster, tender cooking.
- Add noodles last and monitor cooking time closely to avoid mushiness.
- Use homemade or high-quality chicken broth for deeper flavor.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley just before serving to keep their bright flavor.
- For a thicker soup, simmer longer or use instant mashed potatoes as a thickener.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg