Mama Jean's Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Name: Mama Jean's Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large Vidalia onion, chopped; 2 celery stalks, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 2 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4-inch pieces; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 6 cups chicken stock; 1 bay leaf; Dash hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco); Dash Worcestershire sauce; 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed into bite-size pieces; 4 ounces egg noodles, about 1 cup; 8 ounces frozen peas; 1/4 cup freshly chopped dill leaves

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large Vidalia onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken stock
1 bay leaf
Dash hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)
Dash Worcestershire sauce
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed into bite-size pieces
4 ounces egg noodles, about 1 cup
8 ounces frozen peas
1/4 cup freshly chopped dill leaves

1
Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.
2
Add the onion, celery and carrots and saute until soft, about 4 minutes.
3
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
4
Stir in the chopped garlic and saute until fragrant, 1 minute more.
5
Whisk in the flour and stir frequently until it coats the vegetables and makes a paste.
6
Cook until it reaches a pale blonde color, about 2 minutes.
7
Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, making sure there are no lumps.
8
Add the bay leaf, hot sauce, and Worcestershire and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
9
Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes to thicken and develop the flavors.
10
Reduce the heat and add the chicken and the noodles.
11
Do not boil the chicken or it will become tough.
12
Add the peas and the dill and simmer gently for 10 more minutes.
13
Taste for seasoning and add more salt and pepper, if needed.
14
Ladle the soup into serving bowls and serve.

989

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

136

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 large Vidalia onion, chopped, 2 celery stalks, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Mama Jean's 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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Mama Jean's Chicken Noodle Soup

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