Name: Easy Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-484983H46M30S
Total time: PT-484983H46M30S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced); 8 oz egg noodles; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 tsp salt (or to taste); ½ tsp black pepper; ½ tsp dried thyme; ½ tsp dried parsley; 1 bay leaf; ½ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

Description

This Easy Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for chilly days or whenever you need a warm, satisfying meal. Packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles in a rich and creamy broth, this recipe is both nourishing and easy to make.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
8 oz egg noodles
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp dried parsley
1 bay leaf
½ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened.
Add Garlic and Seasonings: Stir in minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and parsley. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Make the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Cook the Noodles: Add the egg noodles and cook until tender.
Prepare the Creamy Base: In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream and flour until smooth. Slowly pour into the soup, stirring continuously to thicken.
Add the Chicken: Stir in the cooked chicken and let everything simmer for a few more minutes.
Final Touches: Remove the bay leaf, stir in Parmesan cheese if using, and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve: Ladle into bowls and enjoy warm.

Notes

Lighter Version: Use milk instead of heavy cream and omit the flour for a thinner broth.
Gluten-Free: Swap egg noodles for gluten-free pasta and use cornstarch instead of flour.
Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
Extra Vegetables: Mix in spinach, mushrooms, or peas for more nutrients.
Cheesy Twist: Stir in extra Parmesan or shredded cheddar for a richer flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

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