Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
This Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting, hearty classic made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and wide egg noodles simmered in a flavorful homemade chicken stock. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup combines simple ingredients and wholesome flavors that nurture the soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Vegetables
- ½ medium onion, peeled and diced
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 medium stalks celery, diced
Protein
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
Seasonings and Fats
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 ¾ teaspoons coarse salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon celery salt
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon ground mustard
Liquids and Broth
- 10 cups unsalted chicken stock
- 3-4 tablespoons all-natural bouillon (optional)
Pasta
- ½ pound homestyle wide egg noodles
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Melt the butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables just start to soften, which helps release their flavors and creates a flavorful base for the soup.
- Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken breast or thighs to the vegetables. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken pieces are lightly browned. This step locks in the chicken’s flavor.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the coarse salt, ground black pepper, celery salt, dried thyme, and ground mustard. These spices add depth and warmth to the soup’s flavor profile.
- Add Stock and Bouillon: Pour in the unsalted chicken stock and add the bouillon if using. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 8-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the chicken to finish cooking through.
- Add Noodles and Cook: Add the homestyle wide egg noodles to the simmering soup. Continue to simmer for another 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are al dente and the vegetables are tender but not mushy.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed for salt and pepper. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this classic chicken noodle soup.
Notes
- Using boneless skinless chicken thighs will yield a slightly more moist and flavorful soup compared to chicken breasts.
- For a richer broth flavor, homemade chicken stock can be used instead of store-bought.
- Adjust the bouillon quantity based on the saltiness of your stock or personal taste preference.
- Egg noodles cook quickly; watch carefully to avoid overcooking them until mushy.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
