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Chef John's Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

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40 min

Chef John's Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

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Time

40 min

Serving

8 persons

Calories

149

Rating

4.00★ (375)

Cuisine

Author: Victoria Bailey
This homemade chicken noodle soup is soul-warming and deliciously simple — just chicken and noodles. What makes it so good is the homemade roasted chicken stock.

Ingredients

  • butter: 1 Tbsp
  • carrot: 0.5 cup (diced)
  • onion: 0.5 cup (diced)
  • celery: 0.5 cup (diced)
  • thyme leaves: 0.25 tsp (fresh)
  • salt: 1 pinch
  • chicken fat: 2 Tbsp (melted)
  • roasted chicken broth (see footnote for recipe link): 2 quarts
  • uncooked wide egg noodles: 4 ounces
  • boneless chicken breast halves: 2 piece (cubed, cooked)
  • cayenne pepper: 1 pinch (optional)
  • salt and ground black pepper: 0 piece (to taste)

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  1. Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Stir in carrot, onion, celery, thyme, and salt. Add chicken fat; cook and stir until onions turn soft and translucent, 5 to 6 minutes.
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  2. Stir in roasted chicken broth and bring to a boil. Season with salt, if necessary.
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  3. Stir in egg noodles; cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
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  4. Add cooked chicken breast meat; simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
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History of Chef John's Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup: Chef John's Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is a classic soup recipe that has been passed down through generations. This soul-warming soup is a comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day or when you are feeling under the weather. The key ingredient in this recipe is the homemade roasted chicken stock that gives the soup a rich and flavorful taste.

Tips and Tricks for Chef John's Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe:

  • To make homemade roasted chicken broth, roast a chicken and then use the drippings and bones to make a flavorful broth.
  • When adding the vegetables to the soup pot, cook them until they are soft and translucent to release their flavors.
  • Use wide egg noodles for this recipe as they are more substantial and hold up well in the soup.
  • Adjust the seasoning to taste with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Tips for Presenting the Dish:

  • Serve Chef John's Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup in individual bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or chopped scallions.
  • For an extra flavor boost, serve with crusty bread or crackers.
  • This soup pairs well with a crisp green salad or grilled cheese sandwich for a complete meal.

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