Literally the BEST Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

This is literally the BEST chicken noodle soup full of chicken, sliced carrots, celery, and tender wide noodles. A classic homemade soup seasoned and cooked to perfection. It’s the perfect warm and comforting soup for the winter!

Warm up to this savory soup this wintertime. Or make a hot pot of soup for your loved ones who aren’t feeling well. I have some classic favorites that everyone will love! Try this homemade tomato basil soup, broccoli cheese soup, or this delicious minestrone.

The BEST Chicken Noodle Soup

This is literally the BEST chicken noodle soup recipe EVER! The flavoring is absolutely incredible, and the ingredients are simple. Colder days are here and still ahead of us, and you know a good chicken noodle soup is going to be needed to get you through. This soup is perfect because it’s so hearty and filled with chunks of chicken, thick slices of vegetables, and all the flavor you can imagine with simple and easy ingredients.

Homemade chicken noodle soup is made for those days when you are sick and just need some comfort food to fill you up and warm your core. When I make this soup, my entire family loves it, and I know that yours will too! Pair this soup with easy no-knead bread, my Grandma’s homemade bread, or these rolls, and you’re all set! Trust me when I say that you will want to double this recipe to have more often than not this winter season.

Ingredients to Make Chicken Noodle Soup

This chicken noodle soup is just what you need this winter season. Everything is so simple to throw together and perfect for that leftover chicken! See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact ingredient measurements.

• Olive oil: Olive oil is great for sautéing your vegetables and making sure that they don’t stick.
• Carrots: Slice these up as thick as you prefer.
• Celery: You can cut these up into larger or smaller slices, depending on your preference. My kids always like all the vegetables chopped up into tiny pieces!
• Onion: Chop this onion up into pieces that are the same size so that it cooks evenly.
• Garlic Cloves: If you don’t have any fresh garlic cloves on hand then you can use minced garlic. 1/2 teaspoon equals about 1 clove of garlic.
• Thyme: Fresh thyme stems really add a deep flavor to the broth.
• Salt and pepper: You only need a pinch to have these make an impact.
• Chicken broth: The chicken broth adds a lot of depth and flavor to the base of the soup.
• Egg noodles: Using egg noodles that are thick will help to soak up the broth when eating.
• Chicken: You can use the leftover chicken that you have on hand. Or make it easy on yourself and grab a rotisserie chicken from the store and shred that up to put in this recipe!
• Parsley: The parsley pairs well with the thyme creating a very flavorful seasoning.

How to Make Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken noodle soup comes together quickly and effortlessly with these few steps. Simply sauté your vegetables, add broth and noodles, then simmer with your leftover chicken- it is that simple! You will have a quick and easy dinner within 20 minutes.

1. Sauté Vegetables and Seasonings: In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté until tender 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic, fresh thyme, and salt and pepper and sauté for 1 minute more.
2. Add Broth and Noodles: Pour in the chicken broth and egg noodles and bring to a boil on high heat. Reduce to a simmer and let the noodles cook until al dente for about 10 minutes.
3. Add Chicken and Simmer Until Ready to Serve: Add in the chicken, and fresh parsley right before serving and continue to simmer until the chicken is heated throughout. Salt and pepper additionally to taste.