The Ultimate Chicken Noodle Soup

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Serving Size: 6

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 8 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups egg noodles
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chicken:
   • Cook the chicken breasts by boiling or baking until fully cooked. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.
2. Sauté Vegetables:
   • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
3. Add Herbs and Seasonings:
   • Stir in dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Pour in Chicken Broth:
   • Add chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes to develop flavors.
5. Cook Egg Noodles:
   • In a separate pot, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6. Combine Chicken and Noodles:
   • Add the shredded chicken and cooked egg noodles to the pot. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the noodles are heated through.
7. Check for Seasoning:
   • Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.
8. Remove Bay Leaf:
   • Before serving, don’t forget to remove the bay leaf from the soup.
9. Serve:
   • Ladle the ultimate chicken noodle soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
10. Enjoy:
    • Serve the soup hot and enjoy the ultimate comfort of a classic chicken noodle soup!

Note:

• Feel free to add additional vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutritional value.

Nutrition Information (per serving): Note: Nutrition values may vary based on specific ingredients used and serving sizes.

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 800mg