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Chicken noodle soup with vegetables in a dish.

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Soup
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie or leftover chicken works well
  • 2 cups egg noodles
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 bay leaf optional
  • Juice of half a lemon optional, for brightness

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and add the shredded chicken, dried thyme, parsley, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  • Add the egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions (usually about 6-8 minutes) until tender.
  • Remove the bay leaf, stir in lemon juice if using, and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!