Transform your day with a warm, comforting bowl of Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. Shredded chicken, egg noodles, fresh vegetables and a savory broth make a meal that feels like a hug.
The Meal that Feels Like a Hug
Friends, when it comes to comfort food, this Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup recipe can’t be beat! It’s one of my favorite easy recipes to make in cooler weather. Hearty enough to serve for dinner and light enough to reheat for lunch, it’s a one-pot meal everyone loves! It’s sure to become a favorite in your house, too.
What Goes in Chicken Noodle Soup?
- Chicken – I use shredded white meat chicken from a rotisserie. You can add or substitute chicken thighs, too.
- Vegetables & Herbs – onions, celery, carrots and parsley bring so much fresh flavor and texture to this soup!
- Frozen Peas – If you use canned peas, drain and rinse before adding to the broth. Be careful not to overcook, though, as canned peas will get mushy.
- Egg Noodles – Feel free to use your favorite pasta (fusilli or rotini work great).
- Chicken Broth – Chicken stock works, too. If you substitute bouillon for broth, dissolve 1 bouillon cube (or 1 teaspoon bouillon granules) into 1 cup of boiling water for every cup of broth. For example, this recipe would require 3 chicken bouillon cubes dissolved in three cups boiling water.
- Seasonings – Black pepper and Italian seasoning and a hint of lemon! If you like to cook with bay leaves, you can add one to the broth while it’s cooking. Remember to remove before serving.
How to Make Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
- First, melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Then add onion, carrots and celery.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Next, add the flour and cook for another minute.
- Then whisk in the chicken broth, salt and pepper.
- Stir in the shredded chicken breast and stir while adding the noodles. Let simmer until the noodles are tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in peas and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in fresh parsley, Italian seasoning and lemon juice. Finally, season with salt and pepper, to taste.
How to Serve and Store Chicken Noodle Soup
Serve hot. To store leftover soup, allow it to cool fully. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
To freeze, be sure let the soup cool completely before storing. Soups are best stored in plastic containers. This storage container set is my absolute favorite because it has various sizes for storing different amounts.
To reheat, thaw in the fridge over night and then heat in a sauce pan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Or microwave on 50% power one minute at a time until desired hotness.
What Goes with Chicken Noodle Soup?
If you’re in search of comfort, classic chicken noodle soup goes great with your favorite carbs. Serve chicken noodle soup with sandwiches, biscuits, or homemade bread.
- Grilled Cheese: Knowing how to make great grilled cheese can turn a gray day into a great day! A warm, melty grilled cheese with a crisp butter outside and a gooey melted center is the ultimate comfort food.
- Homestyle Buttermilk Biscuits: Flaky, buttery, comforting goodness made from simple ingredients. They’re wholesome, delicious and sure to be a crowd favorite!
- Grilled Cheese Roll Ups: Everyone loves these Grilled Cheese Roll Ups! They’re quick to make, easy to eat, and fun to dip in sauce or soup.
- 5-Ingredient Homemade French Bread: Perfectly crusty on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, this bread is just waiting for a smear of butter. And with only five ingredients, it’s surprisingly simple to make and so delicious to eat!
More Comforting Soups Your Family Will Love
Serve up a meal that fills their bellies and puts a smile on their faces. A hot bowl of soup is the perfect winter dinner!
- Homemade Chicken Tortilla Soup: This homemade take on Chick-fil-A’s Chicken Tortilla Soup tastes even better than the original. And you can enjoy it year-round and even on Sundays!
- Tuscan Tortellini Soup: A comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for a chilly winter day. It’s so easy to make and is bursting with delicious Tuscan flavors!
- Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Soup: Packed with fresh broccoli, shredded chicken and creamy cheese, it makes for the perfect dinner on a chilly night!
- Baked Sweet Potato Soup: Loaded with cheddar cheese, bacon, sour cream and onions, this is the ultimate in comfort food!
If you make this Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me or tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see. 
I love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the recipes I share. Enjoy!
xoxo,
Description
Transform your day with a warm, comforting bowl of Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. Shredded chicken, egg noodles, fresh vegetables and a savory broth make a meal that feels like a hug.
- Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the flour and cook for another minute.
- Whisk in the chicken broth, salt and pepper.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and noodles. Let simmer until the noodles are tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in peas and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in parsley, Italian seasoning and lemon juice. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste.
