chicken noodle soup recipe

Classic Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Yields: 6 servings

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

 * 2 tablespoons olive oil

 * 1 onion, chopped

 * 2 carrots, chopped

 * 2 celery stalks, chopped

 * 2 cloves garlic, minced

 * 8 cups chicken broth

 * 2 bay leaves

 * 1 teaspoon dried thyme

 * 1/2 teaspoon salt

 * 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

 * 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded

 * 1 cup egg noodles

Instructions:

 * Heat oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

 * Sauté vegetables: Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

 * Add broth and seasonings: Pour in chicken broth, add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

 * Cook noodles: Add egg noodles to the pot and cook according to package directions, until tender.

 * Add chicken: Stir in shredded chicken.

 * Serve: Remove bay leaves and serve hot.

Tips:

 * Use homemade chicken broth: For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.

 * Add vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup, such as peas, corn, or spinach.

 * Garnish: Garnish with fresh parsley or chopped green onions before serving.

Enjoy your comforting bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup!

Would you like me to provide any variations on this recipe, such as adding dumplings or using different types of noodles?