Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
By Rena | Published on February 5, 2022
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Whats better than chicken noodle soup? Creamy chicken noodle soup! This easy and healthy soup recipe is so comforting, delicious, and easy to make. The perfect way to have a light and scrumptious light dinner.
We love creamy-based soup. They keep you full and satisfied especially if they are packed with veggies and protein. This creamy chicken noodle soup recipe is easy to make and perfect for the whole family. Made with almond milk, flour, chicken breast, herbs, noodles, and loads of veggies. The perfect way to add those veggies into your diet, especially if you are serving the kids. This creamy chicken soup is so flavorful and can work as a side dish or a main meal for a light dinner option. Swap up the veggies with whatever veggies you liked and use any noodles of choice.
What Can I Add To Soup For More Flavor
Our recipe sticks to classic ingredients and flavors, but that doesnt mean there arent things you can add to make it your own:
For a creamy chicken noodle soup, add 2 to 4 tablespoons of heavy cream, half-and-half or whole milk.
Add three to four lemon slices for a lemon chicken soup similar to this Lemony Chicken and Vegetable Soup.
Add three or four slices of lime, swap the parsley for fresh cilantro, and then add diced tomatoes and cubed avocado for Mexican-style chicken soup. You can even add diced corn tortillas as we do for this tortilla chicken soup.
Add a teaspoon of toasted sesame oil and a few dashes of fish sauce for an ultra-satisfying, umami-packed soup.
Swirl in fresh spinach or kale at the end of cooking for more of a vegetable-heavy soup.
Swap the noodles for potatoes, winter squash, rice, quinoa or grains. Add hearty veggies to the pot along with the onions and carrots. When it comes to rice and grains, add them already cooked.
Swap the noodles for tortellini I love using cheese-filled pasta when making this veggie tortellini soup.
Comforting Chicken Soup For The Win
Naturally, warm and cozy things to me are food-related. Yes, I love huge warm blankets and hot coffee and the like, but my mind always wanders to food. Specifically soup.
I could sip on chicken broth and not leave the house for a few days when the weather is this awful and not feel bad about it.
Like, at all. Plus, when we’re talking about classic, old-fashioned chicken noodle soup, I’m all in.
And not only are we talking about chicken noodle soup today, but I am also excited to share it’s also a feature recipe in my new Simple Soups eCookbook! If you haven’t heard about this fabulous cookbook, you’re going to want to do just that.
It has 25 amazing soups + 2 stock recipes PLUS 10 of the recipes have Instant Pot versions in addition to the stove-top versions!
There’s Italian Wedding, Butternut Squash Apple, Indian Coconut Lentil, Egg Drop , Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice, Old-Fashioned Ham, Cabbage & Potato and Curry Coconut Cauliflower Soup. And that’s just the beginning…
So like I said, you’re not going to wanna miss it!
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What Our Readers Are Saying
If you dont believe that our recipe helps you achieve amazing chicken noodle soup at home, take a look at what our readers are saying about the recipe! More reviews are in the comments section below.
My first time ever making chicken noodle soup and it came out amazing!! Sharon
My new go to recipe for Chicken Noodle Soup! I made this while visiting family a few weeks ago. Six adults and four kids, everyone LOVED it. twenty thumbs up! Haley
This soup is so flavorful! Reminds Me of great chicken noodle soups you can only get at a NYC deli. This combination of herbs is what I have been missing in my recipes. Amanda
Recipe updated, originally posted in 2018. Since posting this, we have tweaked the recipe to be more clear and added a quick recipe video. Adam and Joanne
Importance Of The Quality Of Stock
Since our recipe uses a store bought stock, to save on time, its really important that the stock is a high quality stock with great flavor. It serves as the backbone of the overall soup!
As we mentioned above, you can definitely use a homemade stock if thats your preference! Its definitely the route we take if we happen to have some in the fridge or freezer.
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The Soup For Chicken Noodle Soup
The soup should have a bit of fat and as for the breast bone, dont worry about getting every ounce of meat off, you want a bit of meat to help develop flavor for the stock.
Add all the bones, along with the dry herbs and peppercorns to a medium soup pot. Split one carrot length wise, and cut 1 celery rib into 3 large pieces, then add those all to the pot. Crush the 6 cloves of garlic with the flat side of a chef knife and add those to the pot as well, theres no need to peel the garlic.
Now add 4 cups of chicken broth. Most recipes would add water, but we are going to double down on the chicken flavor for this chicken noodle soup. Add 2 tsp of both your Soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce, then the 3 drops of Fish Sauce.
Can I Use A Whole Chicken
I have not tried making this as an Instant Pot whole chicken noodle soup yet, but I suspect that it would be delicious and if you decide to try, Id love to hear how it goes!
- Mirepoix. The trinity of chicken noodle soup goodness! Onions, carrots, and celery are always a delicious trio, and they bring Vitamin-A, Vitamin-C, and antioxidants to the soup.
- Seasonings. A combination of pepper, salt, dried oregano, fresh thyme, and bayleaf is how you add flavor to chicken noodle soup. Make sure you use fresh thyme here .
- Chicken Broth. The liquid base for our soup.
- Egg Noodles. The chicken noodle soup classic! I used whole wheat egg noodles for a nutritional boost.
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Lets Start With The Chicken
I use rotisserie chicken for several reasons. I live in the south, and if I can avoid turning on the oven to roast a whole bird, I feel like thats a win. Also, the cost of a whole raw chicken and a rotisserie chicken is about the same, so why not let the store cover the energy costs of cooking? Plus there is less mess for me to clean up!
First, I remove the skin of the chicken. If I dont, the skin will produce a lot of fat that I dont want in my soup. Next, I separate the wings, thighs, and drum sticks. I keep the drum sticks as a late-night snack. Then, I cut away the breasts from the breast bone and cut, pry, or wrastle the bones from the thighs. Make sure you remove any fatty bits or unpleasant membrane you dont want to find in your soup. Its ok if a little skin makes it in I usually leave the skin on the wings.
A Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe Thatll Make You Feel Better
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Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup
A good friend made us this rich, comforting, creamy chicken noodle soup after the birth of our son. It was such a help to have dinner taken care of until I was back on my feet. This yummy dish is so simple to fix that now I give a pot of it to other new mothers. Joanna Sargent, Sandy, Utah
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Test Kitchen Tips
- Use frozen egg noodles to give homemade soup an added flair. They are more rustic and thick than noodles and require a bit more cooking. Look for them near the frozen pasta.
- To keep parsley fresh for up to a month, trim the stems and place the bunch in a tumbler with an inch of water. Be sure no leaves are in the water. Tie a produce bag around the tumbler to trap humidity store in the refrigerator. Each time you use the parsley, change the water and turn the produce bag inside out so any moisture that has built up inside the bag can escape
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 218 calories, 9g fat , 67mg cholesterol, 980mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate , 15g protein.
Rotisserie Chicken For A Shortcut
I love a good shortcut and rotisserie chicken is the secret shortcut to this soup recipe. Buy a rotisserie chicken at the grocery store, pull the chicken off, and use it for this soup. You could also cook chicken in the Instant Pot or slow cooker to use for soup or use leftover chicken.
This soup is also great with leftover turkey. We always make a pot of this soup after Thanksgiving when we have too much turkey in our fridge.
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Chicken Noodle Soup With Egg Noodles And Sour Cream
Chicken Broth – You will need 2 cartons of chicken broth for this recipe. I prefer to use the full-salt chicken broth as it adds the best flavor to the soup, but you can also use one full-salt + one low-sodium. If you use both cartons of low-sodium chicken broth you will probably need to add some additional for the best flavor, if wanted.
Cream of Celery – I don’t use the canned creamed soups a lot in my recipes but this one I do! It really is so delicious and a great way to get that creamy flavor. Plus, celery is usually found in chicken noodle soup but I have never cared for the chunks of celery in my soup, which is why I have found using the creamed celery soup is the best way.
Carrots – You need one cup for this recipe and the easiest way to get it is to use baby carrots! They are already peeled and the ends cleaned so all you have to do is slice them.
Onion – I prefer to use a white onion for this soup.
Chicken – The chicken needs to be cooked before adding it into the soup. Use a rotisserie chicken, leftover shredded chicken, or cook some in the slow cooker or instant pot during the day and then it’s ready to use at dinner.
Sour Cream – This provides a rich, creamy texture to the soup. If you’re not a fan of sour cream feel free to use some heavy cream instead.
Pepper, Poultry Seasoning, Dried Parsley – This is the combination of seasonings that I love in chicken noodle soup. But feel free to add or substitute with ones you prefer.
Egg Noodles
Home Cooked Comfort Taste In This 15 Minute Chicken Noodle Soup
This Easy Chicken Noodle Soup recipe is the best choice for helping anyone get over a cold, flu or virus. Not only is it hearty and healthy, it is super easy to make. I love recipes that are simple and semi-homemade, and this one is a great choice for anyone who likes homemade without hours of slaving over the stove.
To make Easy Chicken Noodle Recipe you will need the following ingredients: chicken breast, frozen mixed veggies or carrots, bouillon cubes, water, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper and dried pasta like spaghetti or rotini.
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Common Questions About Making Chicken Noodle Soup
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about chicken noodle soup:
How do you make easy chicken soup?
Using precooked chicken or a rotisserie chicken along with frozen vegetables really makes chicken soup come together in a hurry.
Can I make chicken noodle soup with spaghetti?
Certainly! The type of noodle isnt a big deal, just remember for a quick dinner the thinner your noodles the better.
How do I add flavor to chicken soup?
Chicken bouillon and spices like the Italian seasoning used in this recipe add a punch of flavor with very little work.
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How To Make This Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
Saute the chicken and carrots over medium high heat until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
While the chicken and carrots are cooking, dissolve the 3 bouillon cubes into 1 cup of hot water.
Add the 1 cup of chicken broth you just made with the cubes, 4 cups of water, seasonings and the pasta to the chicken and carrots, bring to a boil and reduce to simmer.
Your soup is ready in about 15 minutes! Who has time to wait all day for a homemade soup to simmer when you are sick!
How To Make This Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup From Scratch
In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides.
Add in the carrots, celery, onion Pour over the chicken broth and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender.
Remove the chicken from the pot and chop it. Return it back to the pan and add in the noodles.
In a small bowl whisk well the milk with the flour. Pour it into the soup slowly, stirring continuously.
Allow the soup to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the noodles are done and the soup thickens. Season to taste and garnish with fresh dill.
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Tips & Tricks To Making An Easy Semi
- One great way to make recipes like this even faster even faster is to batch cook chicken and freeze in 2 cup portions.
- Using a rotisserie chicken or frozen grilled chicken from Tyson will have your dinner ready even faster!
- This 15 minute easy chicken noodle soup recipe freezes great! If stored in an air tight container it will easily last 6 months in the freezer.
- You can also prepare everything but the pasta in this and freeze in well labeled containers or bags for use later. All you would have to do is thaw overnight in the refrigerator, toss into a stockpot and add your pasta.
- I label all my freezer meals with a Brother Label Maker. It holds up well to the conditions of the freezer and pulls off easily.
- I also love my Reddi-tainers for freezer meals They are dishwasher safe, microwave safe and I dont feel bad when my kids lose them at school!
How To Make Soup Full Of Flavour
- Sear some succulent chicken thighs in a small amount of olive oil first.
- Add your veggies.
- Throw in some flour and milk.
- Pour in some broth and simmer your ingredients until soft and tender, and the chicken is easily shredded.
- Discard the bones add the chicken back into the pot with noodles and milk and watch the magic happen.
Thick and creamy soup. Instead of noodles, you can add in zucchini noodles for a lower carb option, or sweet potato noodles for a healthier option. Whatever you choose, this soup simmering away on your stove will have you impatiently drooling.
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