Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup for Cozy Nights
Warm up with this creamy chicken noodle soup, featuring tender chicken, vegetables, and savory broth for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- half of a yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 2 large carrots, thinly sliced into rounds
- 2 stalks celery, very finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 5 sprigs fresh thyme
- 6-7 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups old-fashioned egg noodles
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, and celery; cook for 7-10 minutes, or until very tender.
- Add garlic, salt, and thyme sprigs; saute for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broth and noodles. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until noodles are tender.
- Remove from heat. Pull out the thyme sprigs.
- Add spinach, chicken, and cream. Stir to combine until heated through and spinach is wilted.
- Let it rest for 10-20 minutes for re-absorption, or stir well and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a good quality chicken broth for the best flavor base.
- Don't overcrowd the pot; ensure ingredients have space to cook evenly.
- For extra richness, a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half works beautifully. Allergens: Wheat, Milk. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Don't overcrowd the pot; ensure ingredients have space to cook evenly.
- For extra richness, a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half works beautifully. Allergens: Wheat, Milk. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.