Creamy Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
This Creamy Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, egg noodles, and a rich, creamy broth infused with fresh herbs and parmesan. Perfect for chilly days or when you need a nourishing meal that tastes like homemade goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1/3 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
- 1 bay leaf
- 8 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2–3 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup whole milk or cream
- 1/3 cup shaved parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables and Aromatics: Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, garlic, celery, and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Flour and Herbs: Stir in the flour, fresh thyme leaves, and chopped sage. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and blend the flavors.
- Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the boneless chicken breasts or thighs, bay leaf, and, if available, a parmesan rind for extra richness. Cover the pot and cook for 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked. For deeper flavor, the soup can be simmered on low heat for an additional 4-6 hours at this point.
- Shred Chicken and Simmer Noodles: Remove the chicken and bay leaf from the pot. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the soup, bring it back to a boil, and add the egg noodles. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the noodles are tender.
- Add Cream and Finish: Stir in the whole milk or cream, shaved parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the creamy chicken noodle soup into bowls and garnish with extra parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a richer soup, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
- Adding a parmesan rind while simmering enhances the umami flavor.
- You can substitute whole milk with cream for extra creaminess or use a lighter milk option for a less rich soup.
- The soup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Leftovers reheat well on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and gluten-free noodles.
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