Pioneer Woman Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe is warm, cozy and full of comfort. It is perfect for cold days or when you feel sick.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
Instructions
Cook the Vegetables
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots and celery. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir often until vegetables become soft and slightly golden.
Add Garlic
- Add minced garlic to the pot. Cook for one minute. Stir constantly so the garlic does not burn. This step adds a rich and deep flavor to the soup base.
Pour the Broth
- Slowly pour chicken broth into the pot. Stir well to combine everything. Increase the heat and bring the soup to a gentle boil. The broth should smell warm and comforting.
Add Seasonings
- Add salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Stir well. Reduce the heat to low. Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes. This helps the flavors mix together nicely.
Add the Chicken
- Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot. Stir gently. Let it cook for about 5 minutes. The chicken will soak up the broth flavor and become tender.
Add the Noodles
- Add egg noodles into the soup. Cook according to package instructions, usually 8 to 10 minutes. Stir sometimes to prevent sticking. The noodles should be soft but not mushy.
Finish and Serve
- Turn off the heat. Add fresh parsley and lemon juice if using. Stir gently. Taste the soup and adjust salt if needed. Serve hot and enjoy your homemade comfort meal.
Notes
- Use homemade chicken broth for deeper flavor.
- Do not overcook noodles. They become mushy quickly.
- Add extra vegetables if you like more texture.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Simmer slowly for better flavor.