Description
This easy creamy chicken noodle soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, hearty noodles, and creamy broth with fresh vegetables. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or to warm up on a cold day, this recipe is quick to make and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 1/2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the shredded chicken, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the egg noodles and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it heat through but avoid boiling.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
- Swap heavy cream with milk or coconut milk for a lighter or dairy-free option.
- Add more vegetables like peas or corn if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg