Hearty Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
This is the ultimate comfort food, simmered slowly to develop a rich, savory broth, filled with tender chicken, soft vegetables, and comforting egg noodles. It's a hug in a bowl.
Yield: 6-8 servings
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken (breast or thighs)
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8 cups chicken broth (hearty, indeed!)
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2 cups water (a good splash or two)
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2 carrots, peeled and artistically sliced
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2 stalks celery, sliced (but not too thin)
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1 onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced (to release their aroma!)
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1 bay leaf (for that rustic touch)
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1 teaspoon dried thyme (yes, please!)
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1 teaspoon dried parsley (for color and flavor)
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Salt and black pepper, to your taste buds' content
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2 cups wide egg noodles (because what's a soup without noodles?)
