Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

from simplejoy.com
70 min
6 servings

This is the best homemade chicken noodle soup recipe.  It is made totally from scratch and so it is rich, delicious, and totally comforting

Ingredients

  • 2 TBSPs butter
  • 1 lb bone in chicken thighs
  • 3 celery stalks (diced)
  • 2 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
  • 1/2 a yellow onion (diced)
  • 1/2 TBSP dried thyme
  • 1/2 TBSP dried basil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 to 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 cups chicken stock
  • 12 ounces frozen egg noodles (see note)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large stock pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper and add them to the pot. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.

  2. 2

    Remove the chicken from the pan, and discard the skin. Remove the pan drippings, reserving 2 TBSPs and returning it to the pan.

  3. 3

    Add the celery, carrots, onion, and garlic to the pan. Add the seasoning, and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chicken broth to the pan, and bring to a boil. Return the chicken to the pan, reduce the heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. The soup should have just a very slight bubble to it.

  4. 4

    Remove the chicken and bring back to a boil. Add the frozen noodles and simmer for 20 minutes (or according to package instructions).

  5. 5

    When the chicken is cool enough to handle, shred it. When the noodles are done cooking, return the chicken to the pot and serve!