Classic Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Prepare the Chicken

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables

In the same pot, add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Make the Broth

Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Cook the Chicken

Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Shred the Chicken

Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Add the Noodles

Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.

Final Touches

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serve

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Enjoy your classic chicken noodle soup!