Chicken Noodle Soup

Instructions

Cook the Chicken:
In a large pot, add chicken breasts and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside to cool.

Skim the Broth:
Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the top of the broth.

Add Vegetables and Seasoning:
Add carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper to the pot. Simmer on medium heat for about 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Shred the Chicken:
While the vegetables are cooking, shred the cooled chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Return Chicken to the Pot:
Add shredded chicken back into the soup. Simmer for 5 more minutes to warm the chicken.

Cook the Noodles Separately:
In a separate pot, cook egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.

Combine and Finish:
Add cooked noodles to the soup. Stir gently and simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes to blend the flavors.

Serve:
Discard the bay leaf. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Enjoy!
This homemade Chicken Noodle Soup is nourishing, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion!