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When everyone in the house is under the weather, this is the soup I make on repeat. It’s simple, soothing, and familiar – the kind of meal that feels like care in a bowl. Mild enough for little ones with sensitive stomachs, but easy to dress up for adults who want a little extra flavor, this one-pot chicken noodle soup is perfect for sick days, snow days, and any night when comfort is the priority and energy is low.
Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
Base Soup (Kid-Friendly)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 10 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 celery ribs, finely chopped
- 4 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 3 cups uncooked egg noodles (about 8 oz)
- 4–5 cups shredded rotisserie or cooked chicken
- 1–1¼ teaspoons kosher salt, to taste
Optional Adult Garnishes (per bowl)
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Fresh thyme leaves or finely chopped rosemary
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- Lemon juice or lemon zest
- Grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
- Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook 4–5 minutes, until soft and translucent.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, celery, carrots, and salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer 15–20 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Bring soup back to a full boil.
- Add egg noodles and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just tender.
- Stir in shredded chicken and simmer 2–3 minutes, just until heated through.
- Taste and adjust salt if needed.
Customize per bowl
- Serve kids’ bowls as-is.
- Finish adult bowls with desired garnishes (herbs, lemon, pepper, parmesan).
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