Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups chicken stock
• 2 bay leaves
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 ½ pounds bone-in, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 ½ cups wide egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (adjust to taste)

Instructions:

1. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken stock and add the bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Place the chicken breasts into the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and allow it to cool slightly. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces, discarding the bones.
6. Return the diced chicken to the pot, along with the egg noodles. Cook for an additional 6-7 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
7. Remove the soup from heat and stir in the chopped parsley, dill, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve the soup immediately and enjoy its comforting flavors.