Easy Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
This easy creamy chicken noodle soup recipe is a perfect comfort food for any season. With tender chicken, rich creaminess, and hearty noodles, it’s a delicious and simple meal that satisfies your cravings for warmth and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soups & Stews
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and stir in the heavy cream.
- Add shredded chicken, egg noodles, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until noodles are cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or milk.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- This soup thickens as it cools; add a splash of broth or cream to thin when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg