Grandma's Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the whole chicken and sear it on all sides until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add diced onion, chopped carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

3. 3

   Add Garlic

   Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add Broth and Chicken

   Return the chicken to the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth, add salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Simmer

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

6. 6

   Remove Chicken

   Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken meat from the bones and discard the bones.

7. 7

   Add Noodles

   Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually about 7-10 minutes.

8. 8

   Combine Ingredients

   Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in fresh parsley and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

9. 9

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your Grandma's Chicken Noodle Soup!