Description
Stewed Chicken Noodle Soup is the epitome of comfort food, offering a hearty blend of tender chicken, savory broth, and perfectly cooked egg noodles. Enhanced with fresh vegetables like carrots and celery, this nourishing soup brings warmth and nostalgia to any chilly evening. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it’s a delightful dish perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup egg noodles
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and brown chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth; add carrots, celery, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.
- Add egg noodles; cook according to package instructions until al dente (6-8 minutes).
- Remove bay leaves and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For richer flavor, consider using bone-in chicken thighs. Customize by adding your favorite vegetables like spinach or peas. For creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream before serving.