The Best Chicken Noodle Soup | Easy, Homemade, Comforting & Flavorful
This easy homemade chicken noodle soup recipe is made from scratch with tender shredded chicken, egg noodles, carrots, celery, and rich flavorful broth. A classic comfort food soup perfect for cold weather, sick days, or cozy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: DINNER | SOUP
- Method: STOVETOP
- Cuisine: COMFORT FOOD
Ingredients
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3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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2 quarts chicken stock (low sodium preferred)
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3–4 carrots, sliced
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3 celery ribs, sliced
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8 ounces egg noodles
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1 bay leaf
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½ teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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In a large stockpot, bring chicken stock to a gentle boil over medium heat.
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Add chicken breasts and reduce to a simmer. Cook 15–20 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and shred.
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Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme to the broth. Simmer 8–10 minutes until vegetables soften.
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Stir in egg noodles and cook according to package directions.
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Return shredded chicken to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
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Simmer 3–5 more minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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For best flavor, use high-quality chicken stock.
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Avoid overcooking noodles — they absorb broth quickly.
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To freeze: store soup without noodles for best texture.
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Rotisserie chicken may be substituted for quicker prep.