Description
Hearty roasted chicken noodle soup delivers comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, warming hearts with rich, golden broth and tender meat. Home cooks can savor each spoonful of this classic dish that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) roasted chicken, shredded
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 8 cups (1.9 liters) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatic base by gently sautéing diced onions, carrots, and celery in a generous glug of olive oil over medium heat until the vegetables soften and release their delicate flavors, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the vegetable medley, stirring briefly to awaken its pungent essence without allowing it to brown.
- Cascade chicken broth into the pot, accompanied by a fragrant blend of thyme, parsley, rosemary, and a whisper of turmeric, elevating the liquid’s depth and complexity.
- Bring the liquid to a robust boil, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer, creating a nurturing environment for the upcoming ingredients.
- Carefully lower egg noodles into the simmering broth, allowing them to dance and absorb the liquid’s rich character for 6-7 minutes until they reach perfect al dente tenderness.
- Fold in succulent roasted chicken pieces, letting them warm through and meld with the soup’s harmonious profile for an additional 4-5 minutes.
- Refine the soup’s seasoning with a judicious sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper, brightening the overall taste with a hint of fresh lemon juice.
- Ladle the steaming soup into waiting bowls, garnishing with a flutter of freshly chopped parsley and serving alongside rustic bread or crisp crackers for a comforting culinary embrace.
Notes
- Enhance the vegetable flavor by slightly caramelizing onions before adding other vegetables, creating a deeper, richer base for the soup.
- Use homemade chicken broth for an extra boost of flavor and nutrition, which adds more depth compared to store-bought versions.
- For a gluten-free adaptation, swap egg noodles with rice noodles or spiralized zucchini to maintain the soup’s comforting texture.
- Boost protein content by adding extra shredded chicken or incorporating a handful of white beans for a more substantial meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg