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The Ultimate Comfort: Crafting the Perfect, Soul-Warming Chicken Noodle Soup

The Ultimate Comfort: Crafting the Perfect, Soul-Warming Chicken Noodle Soup
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This flavorful and comforting chicken noodle soup is a perfect bowl of warmth for any day. Tender shredded chicken, hearty noodles, crisp celery, onions, and carrots simmer in a savory broth, creating a soup that’s both satisfying and soothing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 small yellow onion, diced

  • 3 celery stalks, thinly sliced

  • 2 carrots, thinly sliced

  • 6 cloves garlic, minced

  • 10–12 cups low sodium chicken broth (use 12 cups for a brothier soup)

  • 4 thyme sprigs or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 2 pounds skinless, bone-in chicken breasts

  • 1¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

  • 10 ounces noodles (Carba-Nada low-carb noodles or regular wide egg noodles)

  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  • Sauté the veggies: Heat olive oil and butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions, celery, and carrots; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic and cook for 20 seconds.

  • Add broth and herbs: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pot. Add thyme and bay leaves, increase heat to high, and bring to a simmer.

  • Cook the chicken: Add chicken breasts, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 25–30 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

  • Remove and shred chicken: Transfer chicken to a cutting board, discard bones, and shred meat.

  • Cook the noodles:

    • For regular egg noodles: Add them to the simmering broth and cook 6–7 minutes until al dente.

    • For Carba-Nada noodles: Add them together with shredded chicken; cook 4–5 minutes.

  • Combine and finish: Stir shredded chicken into the soup. Cover and simmer 2 more minutes. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  • Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Broth flavor: Use homemade chicken broth for the richest flavor.

  • Veggie variations: Add peas or corn for extra color and nutrition.

  • Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

  • Quick tip: Poach extra chicken in advance and freeze for faster weeknight soup.

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