Classic Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Name: Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 3-pound chicken, neck reserved; 3 1/2 quarts water; 4 carrots2 coarsely chopped, 2 sliced 1/4 inch thick; 4 celery ribs2 coarsely chopped, 2 sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1 unpeeled onion, quartered; 1 large unpeeled garlic clove, smashed; 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 1 large fresh bay leaf; 6 parsley sprigs; 2 thyme sprigs; Kosher salt; 1/2 pound thin egg noodles; 1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

One 3-pound chicken, neck reserved
3 1/2 quarts water
4 carrots2 coarsely chopped, 2 sliced 1/4 inch thick
4 celery ribs2 coarsely chopped, 2 sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 unpeeled onion, quartered
1 large unpeeled garlic clove, smashed
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 large fresh bay leaf
6 parsley sprigs
2 thyme sprigs
Kosher salt
1/2 pound thin egg noodles
1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

1
In a stockpot, combine the chicken and neck, water, chopped carrots and celery, onion, garlic, peppercorns and herbs; bring to a boil.
2
Cover partially and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
3
Transfer the chicken to a plate.
4
Discard the skin.
5
Pull the meat off the bones, cut into 1/2-inch pieces and refrigerate.
6
Return the bones to the pot.
7
Simmer for about 1 hour.
8
Strain the broth into a bowl and rinse out the pot.
9
Return the broth to the pot and boil until reduced to 8 cups, 30 minutes.
10
Season with salt.
11
Add the sliced carrots and celery to the broth, cover and simmer until just tender, 12 minutes.
12
In a saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the noodles; drain and cool under running water.
13
Add the noodles, chicken and parsley to the pot and bring to a simmer.
14
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

425

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 3-pound chicken, neck reserved, 3 1/2 quarts water, 4 carrots2 coarsely chopped, 2 sliced 1/4 inch thick, 4 celery ribs2 coarsely chopped, 2 sliced 1/4 inch thick, and more.

Yes, Classic Chicken Noodle Soup falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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