Quick and Easy Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

This quick and easy Instant Pot chicken noodle soup is a comforting and delicious meal that can be prepared in just minutes. Packed with tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and hearty noodles, this homemade soup is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or to warm you up on a chilly day. With the help of an Instant Pot, you can have this homemade soup on the table in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups egg noodles
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function and heat some olive oil. Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the Instant Pot and continue sautéing for another 3-4 minutes until the chicken is browned on all sides.
3. Pour in the chicken broth, add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to the sealing position, and select the soup function with a cooking time of 10 minutes.
5. While the soup is cooking, cook the egg noodles separately according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6. Once the cooking time is complete, do a quick release of the pressure and carefully open the Instant Pot lid.
7. Add the cooked egg noodles to the soup and stir well. Let the soup sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Serve the Instant Pot chicken noodle soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

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