French Creamed Chicken and Noodle Soup Recipe

Name: French Creamed Chicken and Noodle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 leek, including 1-inch of green, cleaned and finely diced; 1 granny smith apple, peeled and finely diced; 2 tablespoons calvados (apple brandy); 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 cup apple cider; 12 ounces chicken breasts, boneless, cubed; 2 cups fine egg noodles (I use gluten-free quinoa); ½ cup heavy cream; ¼ cup gruyere cheese, grated (optional); salt & freshly ground black pepper; chives, snipped, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
1 leek, including 1-inch of green, cleaned and finely diced
1 granny smith apple, peeled and finely diced
2 tablespoons calvados (apple brandy)
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup apple cider
12 ounces chicken breasts, boneless, cubed
2 cups fine egg noodles (I use gluten-free quinoa)
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup gruyere cheese, grated (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
chives, snipped, for garnish

1
Heat butter in saucepan.
2
Add leeks and Granny Smith apple, cover and simmer until tender, for about 5 minutes.
3
Add Calvados (remember to add alcohol to pan away from flame) return pan to burner, reduce liquid until almost evaporated.
4
Stir in the cider vinegar, broth, apple cider and bring to a simmer.
5
Add the chicken and pasta to the broth, cover cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
6
Skim off any fat which is floating to the surface.
7
Stir in heavy cream, Gruyere, (if using ) and season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
8
Garnish with chives.

1109

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

100

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 leek, including 1-inch of green, cleaned and finely diced, 1 granny smith apple, peeled and finely diced, 2 tablespoons calvados (apple brandy), and more.

Yes, French Creamed Chicken and 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

French Creamed Chicken and Noodle Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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