Best 7 Homey Chicken Noodle Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting goodness of Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup, a classic dish that warms the soul and satisfies the appetite. This beloved soup features tender chicken, flavorful broth, and a medley of vegetables, all simmered to perfection. The combination of aromatic herbs and spices creates a savory and inviting aroma that fills the kitchen. With its simple yet satisfying flavors, this classic soup is a perfect choice for a cozy meal, a quick lunch, or a remedy for a cold winter's day. Variations of this classic dish include the addition of rice or egg noodles for a heartier version, as well as the incorporation of different vegetables such as celery, carrots, and peas for a more vibrant and colorful soup. Experiment with various herbs and spices to create a unique and personalized flavor profile that suits your taste buds.

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HOMEY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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Chicken noodle soup brings back memories of childhood. This revamped version with a healthy twist is a favorite at my house, especially after we've been working outside on a cool day. It takes the chill off.-Cynthia LaFourcade, Salmon, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
3/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cartons (32 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 package (12 ounces) frozen home-style egg noodles
4 cups chopped fresh kale
2 cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, carrots and mushrooms; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in flour, basil and salt until blended; gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes., Return to a boil; add noodles. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15 minutes. Stir in kale and chicken; cook, covered, 6-8 minutes longer or until kale and noodles are tender. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 1104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CLASSIC CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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"After working all day, my husband, Todd, and I enjoy this hearty soup along with crusty rolls and a salad," says Nila Grahl of Gurnee, Illinois. "It's real 'comfort' food."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
10 cups water
1 large carrot, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
1 celery rib, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SOUP INGREDIENTS:
2 large carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups uncooked fine egg noodles
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup frozen cut green beans

Steps:

  • In a large soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine the first 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until juices run clear, skimming the surface as foam rises., Remove chicken. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard bones. Cut meat into bite-size pieces; set aside. Strain broth, discarding vegetables and bay leaf. Return broth to the pan; add the carrots, celery and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender., Add noodles and chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6 minutes. Stir in peas and beans. Cook for 2-4 minutes or until beans and noodles are tender.

Nutrition Facts :

HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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Sauteed chicken and garlic imparts richness to this homemade soup. Feel free to add additional vegetables and herbs to suit your taste! I like to serve this with a green salad and warm rolls.

Provided by lilacwine808

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breast tenderloins, cut into bite-size pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 small carrots, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups medium egg noodles

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook chicken in the hot oil until browned on each side and no longer pink in the centers, about 10 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add remaining oil to the saucepan and saute celery, carrots, and garlic over medium heat until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with pepper.
  • Pour chicken broth into the cooked vegetables and deglaze by scraping up the bits of chicken and vegetables from the bottom of the hot pan. Bring to a boil. Add egg noodles, reduce heat medium-low, and simmer until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper if necessary.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and lay chicken on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 52.1 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1041.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

HEARTY HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This satisfying soup with a hint of cayenne is brimming with vegetables, chicken and noodles. The recipe is from my father-in-law, but I tweaked it to make it my own. -Norma Reynolds, Overland Park, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 5h50m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 fresh baby carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons mustard seed
2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated linguine
Optional: Coarsely ground pepper and additional minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. Place mustard seed and garlic on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag. Place in slow cooker. Add chicken and broth. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 5-6 hours. , Discard spice bag. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Stir linguine into soup; cover and cook on high until tender, about 30 minutes. Cut chicken into pieces and return to soup; heat through. Sprinkle with coarsely ground pepper and additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic exchanges

QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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When you don't have time to make your soup totally from scratch, this is a very easy, very good substitute.

Provided by MARYVM

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can vegetable broth
½ pound chopped cooked chicken breast
1 ½ cups egg noodles
1 cup sliced carrots
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Cook onion and celery in butter until just tender, 5 minutes. Pour in chicken and vegetable broths and stir in chicken, noodles, carrots, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1356.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

THE ULTIMATE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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My first Wisconsin winter was so cold, all I wanted to eat was homemade chicken noodle soup. Of all the chicken noodle soup recipes out there, this type of soup is my favorite and is in heavy rotation from November to April. It has many incredibly devoted fans.-Gina Nistico, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2-1/2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
10 cups chicken broth
4 celery ribs, chopped
4 medium carrots, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3 cups uncooked kluski or other egg noodles (about 8 ounces)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Optional: Additional salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Pat chicken dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken in batches, skin side down; cook until dark golden brown, 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken from pan; remove and discard skin. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons., Add onion to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil. Return chicken to pan. Add celery, carrots, bay leaves and thyme. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until chicken is tender, 25-30 minutes., Transfer chicken to a plate. Remove soup from heat. Add noodles; let stand, covered, until noodles are tender, 20-22 minutes., Meanwhile, when chicken is cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard bones. Shred meat into bite-sized pieces. Return meat to stockpot. Stir in parsley and lemon juice. If desired, adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 1176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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I like making homemade noodles and I often add carrots, potatoes and corn to this soup. To me, homemade soup means homemade bread, too! Rich soup and fresh bread...what great country food at any time of year.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h35m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 broiler/fryer chicken (2 to 3 pounds)
2-1/2 quarts water
1/2 medium onion, chopped
3 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1-1/2 cups uncooked fine egg noodles
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, combine the first 9 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours. Remove chicken; allow to cool. Strain broth; discard bay leaf. , Skim fat. Debone chicken and cut into chunks; return chicken and broth to pan. Add the noodles, celery and carrots; bring to a boil., Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until noodles and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 922mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and nutrients to your soup. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, and potatoes.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. This is a great way to customize your soup to your liking. Some good choices include thyme, rosemary, sage, and bay leaves.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup. If you don't have time to make your own, you can use a store-bought broth. Just be sure to choose one that is low in sodium.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. This is important to prevent foodborne illness. You can check to see if the chicken is cooked by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breast. The chicken is cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the soup simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop. The longer you simmer the soup, the better it will taste.

Conclusion:

Chicken noodle soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and nutritious chicken noodle soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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