Description
This creamy chicken noodle soup combines tender chicken, rich cream, and perfectly cooked noodles into a one-pot wonder that’s simple yet decadent. Perfect for weeknights or cozy gatherings, this soup is the epitome of comfort food.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir well. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Bring to a simmer and add heavy cream, chicken, noodles, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10-12 minutes, until noodles are cooked and soup thickens slightly.
- Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Notes
- For gluten-free options, substitute flour with cornstarch.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Swap egg noodles with rice or tortellini for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g