Dinner

Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Byluca Carter December 28, 2025December 28, 2025

Introduction

This classic chicken soup recipe is warm, comforting, and perfect for any day you need a cozy meal. Made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs, it’s an easy dish that brings homemade goodness to your table.

A large white bowl filled with clear golden broth layered with sliced bright orange carrots, thin yellow egg noodles, and shredded white chicken pieces scattered throughout. Fresh dark green chopped herbs float on top, adding color and texture, with black pepper sprinkled lightly over everything. A silver spoon rests inside the bowl, partially submerged in the soup. To the top left, a small white bowl holds more chopped green herbs, all set on a white marbled surface with a grey cloth partially visible at the bottom. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion (chopped)

2 carrots (sliced)
2 celery stalks (sliced)

3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 bay leaf
6 cups chicken broth

2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
1 cup egg noodles (or any pasta of your choice)
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Step 2: Stir in the dried thyme, dried parsley, and bay leaf. Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil.

Step 3: Once the broth is boiling, add the cooked chicken. Stir in the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 8–10 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
Step 4: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, use homemade chicken broth or add a splash of lemon juice just before serving.

Substitute the egg noodles with rice or quinoa for a gluten-free option.
Add vegetables like peas or spinach in the last few minutes of cooking for added nutrition.
Use leftover roasted chicken to save time and deepen the flavor.

Storage

Store leftover chicken soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave until warmed through. If you plan to store it longer, freeze the soup (without noodles) for up to 3 months and add fresh noodles when reheating.

How to Serve

A large white bowl filled with chicken noodle soup sits on a white marbled surface, showing a clear golden broth with visible oil droplets. Inside the soup, there are three main layers: bright orange carrot slices scattered throughout, pale yellow flat egg noodles beneath and around the carrots, and tender shredded white chicken pieces evenly mixed. The soup is garnished with small green parsley leaves sprinkled on top. A silver spoon rests inside the bowl, partially submerged in the soup. Near the bowl, there is a small white bowl with fresh chopped parsley. The scene includes a folded gray cloth napkin under the main bowl. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use raw chicken instead of cooked chicken?

Yes, you can add raw chicken pieces after the broth boils and cook until the chicken is fully cooked before adding noodles. This may add extra cooking time.

How can I make the soup thicker?

To thicken the soup, you can simmer it uncovered for longer to reduce the liquid, or add a slurry of cornstarch and water during the last few minutes of cooking.