Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup: Comforting

There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup to comfort your soul and lift your spirits. This timeless recipe has been passed down through generations, each simmering pot bringing with it the promise of comfort and healing. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or simply craving a bowl of goodness, this chicken noodle soup has you covered.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 cups of chicken broth
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 2 cups of egg noodles
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Start by heating a drizzle of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add in the diced onion, sliced carrots, chopped celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
2. Add the chicken breasts, whole, into the pot. Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring that the chicken is fully submerged. Toss in the bay leaves and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
3. Once the chicken is cooked through, carefully remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
4. Add the egg noodles to the pot and let them cook according to the package instructions. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Once the noodles are cooked, discard the bay leaves. Your homemade chicken noodle soup is now ready to be served.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Yields: 6 servings

A classic homemade chicken noodle soup that’s both nourishing and soul-soothing.

Nutritional information: Calories per serving – 220, Total Fat – 5g, Sodium – 800mg, Total Carbohydrates – 22g, Protein – 20g

When you sit down with a bowl of this comforting chicken noodle soup, you’re not just having a meal, you’re embracing a tradition that spans generations. The warmth of the broth, the tenderness of the chicken, and the heartiness of the vegetables all come together in a symphony of flavors that remind us of home. So whether it’s a rainy day or a chilly evening, this homemade chicken noodle soup is the perfect remedy for whatever ails you. Make a big pot, share it with your loved ones, and let the comfort flow from spoon to soul.