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Cozy Classic Chicken Noodle Soup from Scratch

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A comforting homemade chicken noodle soup made from scratch with a rich broth, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked egg noodles. This recipe is simple, rewarding, and perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • Whole chicken, about 3-4 pounds (1.4-1.8 kg), preferably organic or free-range
  • 12 cups (2.8 liters) water
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • Small bunch fresh parsley, roughly chopped
  • 4–5 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) wide egg noodles, fresh if possible
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Place the whole chicken in a large stockpot and cover with 12 cups (2.8 liters) of cold water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Skim off foam with a slotted spoon for about 10 minutes to keep broth clear.
  2. Add carrots, celery, onion, garlic, parsley, thyme, and bay leaves to the pot. Lower heat to a simmer and partially cover. Simmer gently for about 60 minutes, maintaining a low simmer to avoid cloudy broth.
  3. Carefully remove the chicken from the broth and set on a cutting board to cool slightly. Strain the broth through a fine mesh strainer into another pot or bowl, discarding solids. Season broth with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Remove skin and bones from the cooled chicken. Shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In the empty stockpot, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add finely diced carrots and celery (about 1 cup each) and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Pour the strained broth back into the pot with sautéed vegetables. Bring to a simmer, then add egg noodles. Cook according to package instructions, usually 6-8 minutes, until noodles are tender but firm to the bite.
  7. Stir in shredded chicken and warm through for 2-3 minutes. Add water or broth if soup is too thick.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Remove from heat and stir in a handful of chopped fresh parsley.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and serve warm immediately.

Notes

Skim foam early to keep broth clear. Simmer broth gently to avoid cloudiness. Avoid overcooking noodles to prevent mushiness. Shred chicken finely for better flavor absorption. Fresh herbs added at the end brighten the soup. For gluten-free, substitute noodles with gluten-free pasta or spiralized vegetables. Soup can be frozen without noodles for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: chicken noodle soup, homemade soup, classic chicken soup, comfort food, easy chicken soup, cozy soup, scratch broth

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