Comforting Spaetzle and Chicken Soup Recipe

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Comforting Spaetzle and Chicken Soup Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 03, 2024

This hearty and flavorful spaetzle and chicken soup is the perfect comfort food for a chilly day. Made with tender chicken, homemade spaetzle noodles, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this soup is a satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 cup homemade spaetzle noodles
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil.
  2. Add chicken breasts and simmer for 20 minutes, until cooked through. Remove chicken from the broth and shred with a fork.
  3. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the broth and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in spaetzle noodles, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 10 minutes.
  5. Return shredded chicken to the pot and simmer for additional 5 minutes.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Spaetzle is a type of German egg noodle that adds a unique texture to the soup.
  • Homemade spaetzle noodles are easy to make and taste much better than store-bought ones.
  • This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables.