Best 8 Old Fashioned Chunky Chicken Noodle Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a heartwarming classic with our Old-Fashioned Chunky Chicken Noodle Soup recipe, a delightful blend of tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth. This comforting soup is not only a culinary delight but also a nostalgic journey, evoking memories of simpler times.

Prepared with chicken breasts or rotisserie chicken for convenience, this soup is loaded with carrots, celery, and onions, simmered to perfection in a savory broth. The addition of egg noodles adds a satisfying texture and heartiness to each spoonful.

But that's not all! We've included three variations of this classic soup to tantalize your taste buds:

1. **Loaded Baked Potato Soup**: Experience the richness of a baked potato in a creamy, cheesy soup, topped with crispy bacon and chives.

2. **Cheesy Chicken and Rice Soup**: A comforting combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy, cheesy broth, perfect for a cozy meal.

3. **Easy Chicken Noodle Soup with Dumplings**: Elevate your soup game with light and fluffy dumplings, adding a delightful dimension to the classic chicken noodle soup.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions, ensuring a foolproof cooking experience. Whether you prefer the traditional chunky chicken noodle soup or crave a twist with our variations, these recipes will warm your soul and satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This homemade chicken noodle soup recipe tastes just like the version your grandma used to make since it starts with classic (rather than store-bought) stock. Serve our Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup with a dinner roll or piece of baguette to soak up every last drop.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 3.5-4 pound chicken, cut up, or 2 1/2 pounds meaty chicken pieces
8 cup water
0.5 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
2 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 cup chopped carrot (2 medium)
1 cup chopped celery (2 stalks)
1.5 cup dried egg noodles
2 tablespoon snipped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a 6- to 8-quart Dutch oven combine chicken, water, onion, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, about 1-1/2 hours or until chicken is very tender.
  • Remove chicken from broth. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones. Discard bones and skin. Cut meat into bite-size pieces; set aside. Discard bay leaf. Skim fat from broth.
  • Bring broth to boiling. Stir in carrot and celery. Simmer, covered, about 5 minutes. Stir in noodles. Simmer, covered, 5 minutes more or until noodles are tender but still firm. Stir in chicken and parsley; heat through.
  • Makes 8 servings (10 1/2 cups)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 684 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 3 g, ServingSize 10 1/2 cups, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

CHUNKY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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Marjoram and thyme come through nicely in this old-fashioned soup that tastes just like Grandma used to make. You can modify the recipe to include vegetables your family enjoys. My kids love carrots, so I always toss in extra. -Coleen Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon butter
6 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 cups uncooked medium egg noodles
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Saute the carrot, celery and onion in butter in a Dutch oven until tender. Stir in the broth, chicken and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Add noodles; cook for 10 minutes or until noodles are tender. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1370mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

OLD FASHIONED CHICKEN SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
6 cups water
1 chicken, quartered
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 cup small egg noodles
Salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large heavy pot. Cook onion and celery until translucent. Season chicken pieces liberally with salt and pepper. Place chicken skin side down in pot and brown, about 5 minutes. Add carrots and cover with water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 hour. Remove chicken from soup and let cool. Remove meat from bones and shred, discard skin. Return meat to pot and stir in parsley and noodles. Cook for another 20 minutes.

OLD-FASHIONED CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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On a cold winter day, this hearty soup is practically a meal in itself.

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Mushroom     Pasta     Vegetable     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Lunch     Winter     Tailgating     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Small Plates

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 3 1/2-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 carrots, peeled, thinly sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
8 ounces dried wide egg noodles
1/2 cup finely chopped tender herbs such as dill or parsley

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth and chicken in heavy large pot. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover partially and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Using tongs, transfer chicken to large bowl. Cool chicken and broth slightly. Discard skin and bones from chicken. Cut chicken meat into bite-size pieces and reserve. Spoon fat off top of chicken broth.
  • Return broth to simmer. Add onion, carrots and celery. Simmer until vegetables soften, about 8 minutes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover chicken meat and broth separately and refrigerate. Bring broth to boil before continuing.)
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice. Add mushrooms to broth; stir in noodles, herbs, and reserved chicken. Simmer until noodles are tender, about 5 minutes. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper.

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This is a recipe that was given to me by my grandmother. It is a very savory and tasty soup and I believe that all will like it. If you would like to add even more flavor, try using smoked chicken!!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

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

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups wide egg noodles
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
12 cups chicken broth
1 ½ tablespoons salt
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
⅓ cup cornstarch
¼ cup water
3 cups diced, cooked chicken meat

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and oil, and boil for 8 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and rinse under cool running water.
  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine broth, salt, and poultry seasoning. Bring to a boil. Stir in celery and onion. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water together until cornstarch is completely dissolved. Gradually add to soup, stirring constantly. Stir in noodles and chicken, and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1663.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

OLD FASHIONED CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This is a great recipe to make on a cold rainy day! It makes the house feel warm and cozy. Its also nice to make when a loved one doesn't feel well. Its so much better than the canned stuff. This is one of my families favorites and another recipe I learned from my mom =)

Provided by SoCalCookerGal

Categories     Stocks

Time 3h40m

Yield 15 cups, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 -4 lb) whole chickens
2 -4 tablespoons chicken bouillon
5 sliced carrots
3 sliced celery ribs
1 (16 ounce) egg noodles

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot place the cleaned whole chicken and fill the pot with GOOD water about 3 inches above the chicken. I also add a Bay leaf. Bring to a boil on high heat and continue boiling for about 1-1 1/2 hours until chicken is completely cooked.
  • Remove the chicken and let it cool off and skim the broth for any bones or fat and remove.
  • To the broth add the chicken bouillion and then add the vegetables.( I add mushrooms in place of the celery or sometimes just carrots. Use whatever vegetables you like).
  • Let the vegetables cook until almost tender.
  • While vegetables are cooking remove chicken from the bone and shred and add to the soup.
  • When the vegetables have become tender add in the noodles.(I use Grandmas noodles which can be found in the frozen section usually near the frozed bread dough.) Wait for the noodles to completely cook and then the soup is done and ready to eat.
  • You can add water anytime during the cooking stage if the water looks like it is boiling down too low. This is one of those recipes that you can make it your own.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.5, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 102.5, Sodium 112.1, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 21.9

CHUNKY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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A nice hearty recipe. Freezes well. Sometimes I add a little minced garlic. It tastes good and is a nice soup for colds and flu and easy to prepare. I usually use chicken already prepared from the freezer and you can substitute dried carrots, onions and celery for fresh veg.

Provided by granny3 in illinois

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup diced carrot
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon butter
6 cups chicken broth, chicken -I use Swanson's low sodium, low fat
1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 teaspoon salt, optional-personally, i think the broth has enough salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/4 cups uncooked small egg noodles

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, sauté fresh carrots, celery, and onions in butter until tender.
  • Add broth and chicken. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and add noodles. Cook for 10 minutes and then add seasonings. Cook for 5 minutes longer. Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.6, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 34.6, Sodium 805.7, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 14.9

OLD-FASHIONED CHICKEN AND NOODLES



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This was a Sunday favorite when I was growing up. Sometimes my mother dipped the chicken in seasoned flour after boiling and fried it.

Provided by Roge

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
4 stalks celery, diced
celery tops
1 carrot, shredded
1 onion, halved - unpeeled
ground black pepper to taste
3 (32 fluid ounce) containers chicken broth
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine chicken, celery and their tops, carrot, onion and its peel, and pepper. Pour broth over and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender and falls from the bone, about 45 minutes.
  • While chicken is cooking, make noodles. In a large bowl, combine eggs, water, oil, salt and enough of the flour to make a stiff dough.
  • Strain chicken stock, reserving meat, celery and carrots. Pull meat from bones and return strained stock and meat, celery and carrots to pot. Bring to a boil. Make noodles by cutting dough from a broth-dipped spoon or using scissors or your fingers to make small, chickpea sized, noodles and dropping them in the boiling water. When the noodles rise to the surface they are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 117.1 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1991.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: For a rich flavor, use a whole chicken or chicken thighs. If you prefer a lighter soup, use chicken breasts.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you're using a large pot, you may need to cook the chicken in batches. Overcrowding the pot will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Season the chicken generously: Before cooking, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. This will help to enhance the flavor of the soup.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your soup, the more flavorful it will be. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: You want the vegetables to be tender, but not mushy. Overcooking them will make them lose their flavor and nutrients.
  • Add the noodles at the end: Noodles tend to absorb a lot of liquid, so it's best to add them to the soup towards the end of the cooking process. This will prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Season the soup to taste: Once the soup is finished, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or other spices.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned chunky chicken noodle soup is a classic comfort food that's perfect for a cold day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and hearty soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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