Hereβs a comforting, classic Chicken and Noodles recipe ππβwarm, hearty, and perfect for any day:
π₯ Ingredients (4β6 servings):
- 2β3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or poached works great)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups egg noodles or wide pasta noodles
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2β3 carrots, sliced
- 2β3 celery stalks, sliced
- 2β3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme or parsley
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: Β½ cup cream or milk for a creamier version
π©βπ³ Instructions:
1. Cook Vegetables
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat
- SautΓ© onion, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5β7 minutes)
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute more
2. Add Broth & Chicken
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil
- Add shredded chicken and thyme/parsley
- Simmer 5 minutes to combine flavors
3. Cook Noodles
- Add noodles to the simmering soup
- Cook according to package instructions (usually 6β8 minutes)
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking
4. Optional Creaminess
- Stir in cream or milk for a richer, creamier chicken and noodle soup
5. Season & Serve
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley
- Serve hot with crusty bread
π‘ Tips:
- Use leftover roasted chicken for a super quick version
- For extra flavor, add a bay leaf while simmering and remove before serving
- You can freeze leftovers, but cook noodles separately before reheating to prevent them from getting mushy
If you want, I can give you a one-pot slow-cooker chicken and noodles version where everything cooks together for tender noodles and juicy chicken with minimal effort.
Do you want me to do that?