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Homemade creamy chicken noodle soup with shredded chicken, egg noodles, carrots, peas, and fresh parsley in a rich, golden broth, served in a black bowl.

Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

5 from 1 vote
A rich, comforting creamy chicken noodle soup loaded with tender chicken, egg noodles, and vegetables, perfect for cold days or when someone needs a little extra TLC.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Optional Rest/Simmer 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 Onion - Diced
  • 2 Carrots - Sliced into rounds
  • 2 Celery stalks - Sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic - Minced
  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour
  • 8 cups Chicken broth - Low-sodium preferred
  • 1–1.5 lbs Chicken - Breasts or thighs, boneless
  • ½ teaspoon Dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon Dried rosemary
  • 1 Bay leaf - Remove before serving
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg - Optional, adds warmth
  • Salt and pepper - To taste
  • 1 cup Heavy cream - Or substitute (see notes)
  • 2 oz Cream cheese - Optional, for extra richness
  • 6 oz Egg noodles - Or preferred pasta
  • Fresh parsley - For garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or pot (Heavy-bottomed recommended)
  • Sharp knife (For prepping chicken and veggies)
  • Cutting board (Sturdy)
  • Wooden spoon (For stirring)
  • Whisk (To help avoid lumps)
  • Ladle (For serving)
  • Measuring set (Cups and spoons)
  • Microplane grater (Optional, for nutmeg)

Method
 

  1. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in butter and olive oil until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic, then sprinkle in flour and stir to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and add seasonings and chicken. Bring to a boil, then simmer.
  4. Cook chicken until done, remove, and shred or dice.
  5. Return chicken to pot and cook noodles until tender.
  6. Temper and add cream, optional cream cheese, and nutmeg. Simmer gently.
  7. Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 375gCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 8500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.1mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.Feel free to add more of your favorite toppings.

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