Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup - Warm and flavorful comfort food

This spicy chicken noodle soup is the perfect comfort food for cold winter nights. Loaded with tender chicken, spicy broth, and slurpy noodles, this soup is sure to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds. It's a quick and easy recipe that can be made in under 30 minutes, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner. The combination of spices, herbs, and vegetables creates a rich and flavorful soup that will leave you wanting more. Serve it with some crusty bread for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 8 ounces egg noodles
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
2. Add the chicken breasts to the pot and cook until browned on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the carrots, celery, chicken broth, water, chili powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
5. While the soup is simmering, shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
6. Add the shredded chicken and egg noodles to the pot. Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked al dente.
7. Remove from heat and let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving.
8. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve hot.

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