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Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe Easy Comfort for Cozy Nights

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A comforting homemade chicken noodle soup with tender chicken thighs, fresh vegetables, and wide egg noodles simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for cozy nights and quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds (700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 large celery stalks, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups (1.4 liters) chicken broth
  • 8 ounces (225g) wide egg noodles
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients first (10 minutes): Dice the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Sauté the veggies (5 minutes): Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent and veggies soften.
  3. Add garlic and herbs (1 minute): Stir in minced garlic and fresh thyme. Cook for another minute until fragrant, avoiding browning the garlic.
  4. Brown the chicken (5-7 minutes): Push veggies to the side and add chicken thighs. Brown on both sides for about 3 minutes each.
  5. Add broth, bay leaf, and simmer (20 minutes): Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce to simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked and veggies tender.
  6. Shred the chicken and add noodles (10 minutes): Remove chicken thighs and shred with forks. Return shredded chicken to pot. Add egg noodles and simmer uncovered for 6-8 minutes until noodles are tender but not mushy.
  7. Season and serve: Taste soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes

Brown the chicken thighs to add depth and richness to the broth. Add noodles at the end to prevent mushiness. Use homemade or high-quality broth for best flavor. Season gradually, adjusting salt after noodles are added. For gluten-free, substitute egg noodles with gluten-free pasta or rice noodles. Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 4 days; reheat gently with added broth or water to loosen noodles. Avoid freezing as noodles get mushy.

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