Description
Creamy chicken noodle soup is the epitome of comfort food, offering a delightful blend of tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and rich, creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this one-pot wonder is not only easy to prepare but also promises to warm your heart. In under an hour, you can whip up a delicious meal that everyone will love. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or herbs for a personal touch. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with crusty bread, this creamy chicken noodle soup makes every occasion feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- ⅓ cup salted butter
- 1 heaping cup onion (diced)
- 2 cups carrots (cut into coins)
- 2 cups chopped celery (about 4 stalks)
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon table salt
- ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 ½ lbs uncooked chicken
- 6–8 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz uncooked egg noodles
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onions, celery, and carrots until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add flour and spices; mix well and toast for about 30 seconds.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring continuously.
- Add chicken and bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer until cooked through (15-20 minutes).
- Remove chicken, shred it, then return to the pot.
- Cook noodles in the soup until tender (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasonings before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg