Warm yourself up with a bowl of Bapa's Chicken Noodle Soup. This homemade soup is packed with flavors and tender chicken, making it the perfect comfort food. It's easy to make and will please the whole family. Try it today!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken, bone-in
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth and water to a boil.
- Add the chicken, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred the meat.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the egg noodles. Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Interesting Facts
Chicken noodle soup is often referred to as a comfort food, as it is believed to help alleviate symptoms of the common cold.
The origins of chicken noodle soup can be traced back to Chinese cuisine, where variations of noodle soups have been enjoyed for thousands of years.