Herb-Loaded Chicken Noodle Soup
This Herb-Loaded Chicken Noodle Soup is the perfect comforting dish for any season. Packed with fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage, it brings a burst of flavor to the rich chicken stock. The addition of wide egg noodles and shredded chicken makes it a hearty and filling meal. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite herbs, this soup is both nutritious and satisfying. Serve it warm with a garnish of fresh parsley and basil for a delicious, cozy experience!
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small white onion, peeled and diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, ends trimmed and diced
4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
8 cups (64 ounces) good-quality chicken stock
3 sprigs fresh rosemary
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh sage
6 ounces wide egg noodles
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup loosely-packed chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup loosely-packed chopped (or julienned) fresh basil
Instructions:
1. Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add carrots and celery, and sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes, until carrots soften, stirring occasionally.
2. Add garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant, stirring occasionally. Pour in chicken stock, and add rosemary, thyme, and sage. Stir gently until combined and continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in the wide egg noodles and shredded chicken. Continue cooking for 8-10 minutes or until the noodles are al dente. (If needed, add more chicken stock as the noodles soak up the broth.)
4. Remove and discard the rosemary, thyme, and sage sprigs (don’t worry if some leaves fall off). Taste and season the soup with salt and pepper to your preference.
5. Serve warm, garnished with extra black pepper, fresh parsley, and fresh basil.
Notes:
Fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage are key in this delicious chicken noodle soup. However, if you only have access to a few herbs, adjust the amount to taste. You can also substitute dried herbs in a 1:3 ratio (1 teaspoon dried = 1 tablespoon fresh).
Other herbs like tarragon and oregano will enhance the flavor of this chicken noodle soup. For a flavor kick, try adding a pinch of crushed red pepper.
