Chicken Spaetzle Soup (EASY 30 Minute Meal) Recipe

Name: Chicken Spaetzle Soup (EASY 30 Minute Meal)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large soup pot; 10 cup water; 1 1/2 lb cubed chicken (I prefer half breast / half thigh -for flavor); 2 tsp garlic paste or equivalent fresh garlic to taste; 2 tsp minced oregano (FRESH is Highly Recommended); 2 tsp salt (I prefer Kosher/Sea salt); 1 1/2 cup large diced carrots or whole baby carrots; 1 1/2 cup large chopped celery; 3 tbsp Chicken Better Than Bouillon or equivalent (**Diluted broth is NOT a substitute**); 1 packages 12 to 16 ounce, Dry Uncooked Spaetzle (available in most groceries, sometimes in the Kosher section); 1 tbsp Butter (**This ingredient is OPTIONAL**); 1/2 tbsp lemon or lime for a little extra zesty flavor (**OPTIONAL ingredient**)

Servings: persons

1 large soup pot
10 cup water
1 1/2 lb cubed chicken (I prefer half breast / half thigh -for flavor)
2 tsp garlic paste or equivalent fresh garlic to taste
2 tsp minced oregano (FRESH is Highly Recommended)
2 tsp salt (I prefer Kosher/Sea salt)
1 1/2 cup large diced carrots or whole baby carrots
1 1/2 cup large chopped celery
3 tbsp Chicken Better Than Bouillon or equivalent (**Diluted broth is NOT a substitute**)
1 packages 12 to 16 ounce, Dry Uncooked Spaetzle (available in most groceries, sometimes in the Kosher section)
1 tbsp Butter (**This ingredient is OPTIONAL**)
1/2 tbsp lemon or lime for a little extra zesty flavor (**OPTIONAL ingredient**)

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["Cube chicken", "In large soup pot, combine ALL ""Initially Boiled Together"" ingredients and bring to a boil..", "While bringing pot to boil, cut/prepare vegetables and spices.", "Once pot reaches boil, add ""Fresh Veggies"" and items from ""Once Boiling Begins"" and return to a boil.", "Once Boiling is reached again, reduce heat and maintain an UNCOVERED low boil.", "Set timer for 15 minutes while stirring pot regularly and monitoring soup to make sure low boil is maintained and ingredients are not sticking to bottom of pot.", "Once timer rings, check Spaetzle for desired consistency (firm al dente is optimal in my experience, as the Spaetzle will continue to soften as it cools in pot).", "If needed, cook an additional 1 to 3 minutes or as your desired consistency requires.", "PLEASE REMEMBER to stop cooking the Spaetzle when it is moderately more firm than your desired finished consistency.", "Turn off burner and remove pot from heat.", "Once you have checked the Spaetzle, carefully taste the broth and add salt or pepper to taste.", "At this point, prior to serving, you may add the butter and/or the lemon/lime juice to taste.", "Serve and enjoy.", "We enjoy hearty French and Sourdough breads with the soup as well."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large soup pot, 10 cup water, 1 1/2 lb cubed chicken (I prefer half breast / half thigh -for flavor), 2 tsp garlic paste or equivalent fresh garlic to taste, and more.

Yes, Chicken Spaetzle Soup (EASY 30 Minute Meal) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Spaetzle Soup (EASY 30 Minute Meal)

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