Description
Crack Chicken Noodle Soup combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, smoky bacon, and hearty noodles in a rich broth, making it the ultimate comfort food. This soup is perfect for chilly days or anytime you need a cozy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Green onions or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Base:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
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Cook the Chicken:
- Add the chicken breasts and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Remove the chicken, shred it, and set aside.
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Add Cream and Cheeses:
- Stir in heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and cream cheese to the pot. Cook on low heat until the cheeses are melted and the soup is creamy.
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Add Noodles and Seasonings:
- Add the egg noodles, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Continue to simmer until the noodles are tender, about 10 minutes.
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Finish the Soup:
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Add the crumbled bacon and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
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Serve:
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped green onions or chives.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half and use low-fat cream cheese.
- This soup can be made in a slow cooker by adding all ingredients except noodles and garnishes and cooking on low for 6-8 hours. Add noodles 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 105mg