Easy Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup (One Pot)

The best, quick and easy homemade chicken noodle soup recipe from scratch that's made in just one pot with simple ingredients. It's light, healthy, cheap and delicious and ready in 30 minutes on stovetop!

This healthy soup is perfect for a weeknight dinner or lunch and just as good as this Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup and this Turkey Noodle Soup. It's especially helpful if you’re not feeling well or have a nasty cold and better than the canned Campbell or Progresso version. I know there are so many recipes and variations out there but this is the way my Mom and Grandma make it and it's seriously the best. You can serve with bread or crackers but it’s a truly a meal on its own! Be sure to check on more of these Soup Recipes for inspiration.

Key ingredients for healthy soup

• Butter- Unsalted is best so that the soup isn't overly salty.
• Carrots- Be sure they are washed, peeled, and sliced into circles.
• Celery- Use thin slices for best texture.
• Onions- Be sure they are finely chopped.
• Ginger- You will need to use the root, finely chopped and not the powder.
• Garlic- This is a fragrant ingredient necessary for deep flavor.
• Chicken broth- Use low sodium so it doesn't get too salty.
• Thyme- Use the dried type for the best results.
• Oregano- This is a great spice that compliments the other flavors.
• Bay leaf- You just need one for this recipe.
• Salt- Add a little at a time according to personal preference.
• Pepper- Adds just a little spice to the mix.
• Egg noddles- This is an easy recipe that allows you to add in dry noodles.
• Chicken- Cut into small cubes, thin slices, or use shredded.
• Parsley- Use fresh, not dried. You can use for garnish as well.

How to make easy one pot homemade chicken noodle soup recipe from scratch?

1. Saute vegetables in butter- Over medium high heat in a Stockpot.
2. Combine together and saute- The ginger and garlic together.
3. Mix in the broth and other spices- Then bring it all to a boil.
4. Place egg noodles in mixture- And cook until soft.
5. Add in chicken and parsley- And simmer till warmed through.
6. Discard bay leaf- And garnish with parsley. Enjoy!

Variations

Use bouillon cubes- Instead of the pre-made chicken broth. Simply add the cubes or powder with the correct amount of water.

Vegetable broth- Can be used instead of chicken broth, if desired.

Add other vegetables- Such as kale, mushrooms, green peppers, zucchini, or yellow squash. To further speed up the process, use frozen vegetables or ones you have chopped up prior.

Try other noodles- Including homemade noodles, spaghetti noodles, or frozen.

Use various types of chicken- Including canned, whole, chicken breast, or an already cooked store-bought rotisserie chicken to help speed up the process. You can also use leftover chicken in this recipe, like from Instant Pot Whole Chicken (Rotisserie Chicken), Oven Baked Spatchcock Chicken (One Pan), or Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken.

Substitute noodles- With rice, dumplings, or potatoes. Just be aware that the starch from the potatoes will make the soup thicker and you may need to add water.

Asian/ Chinese version- Add 1-2 tablespoons of light soy sauce to taste and then add in 4 oz of dried Chinese noodles instead of the egg noodles. I also only include the garlic cloves, ginger and onion vs. the other vegetables. You can also try adding sriracha sauce and using green onions.

Creamy noodle soup- You can thicken it by adding a ¼ cup of butter, a ⅓ cup of cream, a ¼ cup + 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour and 2 ½ cups milk. After you have prepared the soup, according to the instructions below,  you will melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook for a few minutes, while stirring constantly. While you’re whisking slowly, add in the milk and whisk to smooth consistency. Then whisk in the cream and bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour this milk mixture into soup mixture and stir. You can also use a cornstarch slurry blended into the broth.

Tips and techniques

Saute the garlic and ginger- For only a few minutes making sure not to burn them. This will ruin the overall flavor.

Check the flavor- To see if you need to add more herbs or spices.

If you like more broth- In your soup, you can add some more water or broth and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes.

Adjust the amount of vegetables- Based on your preference.

If you’re using a crockpot- Use a crockpot liner bag to make clean up easy and simple!

Use low sodium chicken broth- Or else the soup will become very salty.

Add noodles near the end- So that they don't get over-cooked and too soft or mushy.

Don't forget to discard the bay leaf- This is only used for flavor and you don't want someone to get it in their bowl of soup.

Recipe FAQs

Storage

• Refrigerate- Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Freeze- In a sealed container for up to 1 month but without the pasta, because once it is frozen it will fall apart and dissolve when reheated. Simply reheat on the stovetop and add the noodles at that time.
• Reheat- In the microwave or in a small pot on the stove over medium low heat.
• Make ahead- This can be made up and kept in the fridge up to 2 days before serving.

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