Nutritious Chicken Noodle Soup From Scratch (So Good)!
Cozy, hearty, and nutritious chicken noodle soup is one of the best soups of the fall season. When it comes to the soup season, chicken noodle soup is a go-to comfort classic. Packed with chicken, flavorful chicken broth, noodles/pasta, vegetables, herbs, and spices, chicken noodle soup is perfect for fighting the flu naturally.
How To Make Healthy Chicken Noodle Soup You Will Enjoy!
Year in and year out, as the weather becomes cooler, my family and I look forward to my cozy chicken noodle soup. It is such an easy recipe that you could make in your sleep (not kidding). It is light, nutritious, healthy, and requires only a few ingredients. This chicken noodle soup recipe is a classic comfort food for which your body will thank you, especially in the cold and winter seasons. You will need chicken, homemade chicken broth, carrots, celery, onions, garlic, bell peppers, herbs and spices. I used spaghetti in today’s recipe, but of course, I have also used other types of pasta. Please feel free to use any other kind of noodle, including egg noodles. We also love autumn squash soup, chicken pot pie soup and chicken coconut soup this time of the year.
This nutritious chicken soup is soothing and hearty, and may I also say that it is healing with all the turmeric and veggies packed into it; this soup is undoubtedly fantastic. One of the best things about the likability of this noodle soup is that it is simple and easy to make, customizable, and satisfying! Tailor ingredients, seasonings, and noodle choices are according to your preferences.
Benefits of Chicken Noddle Soup
There are several benefits of chicken noodle soup, and of course, that is why I encourage you to make this recipe!
- Perfect for when you’re feeling under the weather.
- Keep you hydrated.
- Packed with essential nutrients that are great for you!
- It is a comforting bowl of goodness.
- Did you know that the warm broth can soothe a sore throat, while the vegetables and chicken provide vitamins and protein?
- Additionally, the steam from the soup can help clear nasal congestion.
- Chicken noodle soup is a comforting and nourishing meal the entire family will enjoy in the fall season and beyond.
- This soup is great, particularly during times of illness such as flu.
How to Make Chicken Broth With Chicken Breast
To make this chicken noodle soup from scratch, I first made the chicken broth. This is because chicken broth goes a long way in this recipe to ensure that this noodle soup is top-notch. Check out my chicken broth recipe here or watch it here. The ingredients that I typically use to chicken broth include chicken, curry powder, turmeric, salt, Knorr Bouillon seasoning, thyme, onions, garlic, celery stalk, bay leaves, and 6 – 7 cups of water. Add more as needed (add water until it is well over the chicken.
Ingredients for Healthy Chicken Noodle Soup:
- Boneless skinless cooked and cut chicken breasts (honestly any amount)
- Spaghetti or any other pasta
- Chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
- Olive oil
- Fresh carrots (chopped)
- Bell pepper (chopped; optional)
- Celery stalk (chopped)
- Onions (chopped)
- Garlic (minced)
- Salt if needed (remember the broth is well-salted)
- Black pepper to taste (as needed)
- Maggi cubes or Knorr Bouillon seasoning (optional)
- Thyme
- Spring onions (for garnishing)
Watch How To Make This Recipe:
How To Make Healthy Chicken Noodle Soup From Scratch (Step-By-Step):
Looking for a hearty and nutritious soup to make during the cold weather? This healthy chicken noodle soup recipe is easy, tasty and comforting. Let’s make it.
- Make the Broth
Make the chicken broth using this recipe. Or see the “How to Make Chicken Broth” section (above) and add all the ingredients listed into a pot. Then, follow the video instructions to make your chicken broth. Alternatively, you can also buy/use store-bought broth.
- Prep the vegetables.
Wash and cut/chop all the vegetables. In addition to prepping my veggies, I also like breaking the spaghetti (this is optional); you can also leave them whole.
- Cook the Soup
Place a clean pot on the stove, allow the pot to warm up, add oil, and allow it to heat up. Then, add some salt, chopped onions, and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes to soften; add all the other vegetables. Stir in Knorr seasoning. Sautee for 3 minutes, add chicken broth, give a good stir, and add noodles. Add some water if desired), then cover and simmer.
- Add the Cut (cooked) Chicken.
Bring the soup to a boil and add the chicken, also a little black pepper, and thyme (if needed). Stir and taste, then adjust the flavors as necessary (add more salt and seasoning if required at this time).
- Simmer and Finish Cooking
Cover and cook for another 3 – 5 minutes or until the noodles are soft, according to your preference. Remember not to overcook them, as they will continue to soak in the broth and soften even after cooking. This soup is better served hot or warm.
- Garnish, Serve and Enjoy!
Add more vegetables when serving if required for garnishing. I love adding more bell pepper and celery for more crunch and freshness. Green/spring onions is my go-to for garnishing this soup.
Tips for Making The Best Chicken Noodle Soup:
- Use authentic chicken broth or stock. Preferably use homemade chicken broth.
- You can use any pasta of your choice.
- Use the herbs and spices you like.
- Do not overcook the pasta.
- Serve warm with fresh herbs.
- Don’t want chicken? No problem, use tofu.
- You can use leftover turkey meat if that’s what you have on the ground.
- Add curry and turmeric powder for that beautiful color.
- My secret ingredient is a Maggi cube or Knorr Bouillon seasoning; it enhances the taste.
Recipe Card:
PrintNutritious Chicken Noodle Soup From Scratch (So Good)!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Description
Cozy, hearty, and nutritious chicken noodle soup is one of the best soups of the fall season. When it comes to the soup season, chicken noodle soup is a go-to comfort classic. Packed with chicken, flavorful chicken broth, noodles/pasta, vegetables, herbs, and spices, chicken noodle soup is perfect for fighting the flu naturally. I am sharing my healthy chicken noodle soup recipe, which is easy, tasty, and nutritious. And I am sure you and yours will love this noodle soup! Bon appetite.
Ingredients
- 3– 4 boneless skinless cooked and cut chicken breasts (honestly any amount)
- 1 pack of spaghetti or any other pasta
- 5 – 6 cups of chicken broth or more (I used homemade chicken broth; I used all the broth from boiling the chicken)
- 1-tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups chopped fresh carrots
- ½ cup (or more) of chopped bell pepper
- 1– 2-celery stalk (chopped)
- ½ cup of chopped onions
- 4 cloves of garlic (minced)
- A dash of salt if needed (remember the broth is well-salted)
- Black pepper to taste (as needed)
- 2 (small) Maggi cubes or 1 teaspoon Knorr Bouillon seasoning
- A dash of dry thyme (or about ¼ teaspoon)
- 1/3 cup of cut green or spring onions (for garnishing)
Instructions
- Make the Broth. Make the chicken broth using this recipe. Or see the “How to Make Chicken Broth” section (above) and add all the ingredients listed into a pot. Then, follow the video instructions to make your chicken broth. Alternatively, you can also buy/use store-bought broth. Don’t forget to shred or chop up the chicken after cooking.
- Prep the vegetables. Wash and cut/chop all the vegetables. In addition to prepping my veggies, I also like breaking the spaghetti (this is optional); you can also leave them whole.
- Cook the Chicken Noodle Soup. Place a clean pot on the stove, allow the pot to warm up, add oil, and allow it to heat up. Then, add some salt, chopped onions, and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes to soften; add all the other vegetables. Stir in Knorr seasoning. Sautee for 3 minutes, add chicken broth, give a good stir, and add noodles. Add some water if desired), then cover and simmer.
- Add the Cut (cooked) Chicken. Bring the soup to a boil and add the chicken, also a little black pepper, and thyme (if needed). Stir and taste, then adjust the flavors as necessary (add more salt and seasoning if required at this time).
- Simmer and Finish Cooking. Cover and cook for another 3 – 5 minutes or until the noodles are soft, according to your preference. Remember not to overcook them, as they will continue to soak in the broth and soften even after cooking. This soup is better served hot or warm.
- Garnish, Serve and Enjoy! Add more vegetables when serving if required for garnishing. I love adding more bell pepper and celery for more crunch and freshness. Green/spring onions is my go-to for garnishing this soup.
Notes
Use authentic chicken broth or stock. Preferably use homemade chicken broth.
You can use any pasta of your choice.
Use the herbs and spices you like.
Do not overcook the pasta.
Serve warm with fresh herbs.
Don’t want chicken? No problem, use tofu.
You can use leftover turkey meat if that’s what you have on the ground.
Add curry and turmeric powder for that beautiful color.
My secret ingredient is a Maggi cube or Knorr Bouillon seasoning; it enhances the taste.
More Cozy Soup Recipes To Try:
Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup
You need this luscious, creamy, flavorful, cozy, and hearty roasted cauliflower soup! It is easy to make, gluten-free, dairy-free, and absolutely delicious!
Autumn Squash Soup
Easy autumn squash soup Panera copycat is rich, nutritious, comforting, and satisfyingly delicious while being vegan! This healthy butternut squash soup recipe is delightfully sweet, savory, and creamy.
Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup
A perfect healthy chicken pot pie soup that is creamy, cozy, comforting, hearty, and very satisfying; this soup is gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, low-carb, and whole30-friendly.
Chicken Coconut Soup (BEST EVER)!
Easy and nutritious chicken coconut milk soup is packed with tasty boneless chicken thighs, coconut milk, warm spices, and vegetables! This soup is savory, sweet, flavorful, and insanely satisfying.
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