How to Make Chicken Noodle Soup – Easy Recipe for Beginners

This soup isn’t just food—it’s therapy in a bowl. Whether you're fighting a cold, a heartbreak, or just a serious case of “I forgot to eat real food this week,” this chicken noodle soup will save you. It’s warm, hearty, and makes your kitchen smell like love. Bonus: no mysterious canned chunks in sight.

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Ingredients (serves 4–6):

Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless) – 500g

Olive oil – 1 tbsp (15ml)

Carrot – 2 medium (about 150g), sliced

Celery – 2 stalks (about 100g), sliced

Onion – 1 medium (120g), chopped

Garlic – 3 cloves, minced

Chicken broth – 1.5L

Egg noodles – 150g

Dried thyme – 1/2 tsp

Bay leaf – 1

Salt – 1 tsp

Pepper – 1/2 tsp

Fresh parsley – a handful, chopped

Optional: squeeze of lemon for brightness

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Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Sauté the aromatics (5 minutes):

In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Throw in the onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4–5 minutes until the veggies start to soften. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds.

2. Cook the chicken (10–12 minutes):

Add the chicken thighs to the pot along with the chicken broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 10–12 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

3. Shred the chicken (5 minutes):

Take the chicken out and shred it with two forks. While you do that, leave the broth simmering gently.

4. Add noodles (8–10 minutes):

Add egg noodles to the simmering broth. Cook according to package instructions (usually 8–10 minutes) until tender.

5. Finish the soup (2 minutes):

Return shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon if you’re feeling fancy. Taste and adjust seasoning.

6. Serve & bask in the comfort:

Ladle into bowls, add an extra sprinkle of parsley, and prepare to melt into your couch.

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Pro Tip:

If you're planning to store leftovers, cook the noodles separately and add them when serving. Otherwise, they’ll soak up all the broth and go from silky to soggy real quick.