Description
Fresh Herb Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. This hearty soup features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and fragrant herbs simmered in a savory broth. Each spoonful is filled with warmth and flavor, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 8 oz egg noodles (wide or thin)
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop carrots and celery into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Add aromatics: In the same pot, sauté garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Pour in broth: Add low-sodium chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil while scraping up any flavorful bits from the bottom.
- Cook noodles: Stir in egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Finish with herbs: Mix in chopped parsley, thyme, and lemon juice just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg