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Cook mode · American · Lunch

Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

A soothing golden broth with tender chicken, egg noodles, carrots and celery — the soup everyone asks for when they need comfort.

20 min hands-on · Simmers 25 minutes mostly hands-off. · serves 6 · about 280 calories per serving

Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

The finished dish — follow the cook-along below at your own pace.

Soften the vegetables for Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
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Soften the vegetables

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots and celery; cook 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.

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On the counter

  • chicken breasts or thighs1 lb
  • egg noodles6 oz
  • carrots, sliced3
  • celery, sliced3 stalks
  • yellow onion, diced1
  • garlic, minced2 cloves
  • chicken broth8 cups
  • olive oil1 tbsp
  • bay leaf1
  • dried thyme1/2 tsp
  • fresh parsley, chopped2 tbsp
  • salt and black pepperto taste

Nutrition & balance

About 280 calories per person · serves 6

An estimate, not a nutrition label. Portions, ingredient brands and cooking methods affect the total.

To round out your plate

  • Vary your produce and protein choices across the week to round out this meal.

Ask a healthcare professional whether vitamin D, B12, iron or any supplement is appropriate for your diet and health needs; food is the first step. Choose organic ingredients when possible.

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