Steve's Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 8 ounces egg noodles
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 8 minutes.
2. Add the oregano, paprika, and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add the chicken broth and chicken and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add the egg noodles and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Stir in the peas and cook for 2 minutes.
6. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Chicken noodle soup is a classic comfort food that has been around for centuries.
• Chicken noodle soup can help to reduce symptoms of the common cold.
• The combination of chicken, vegetables, and noodles makes a complete meal.