Semi Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

This shortcut method semi homemade chicken noodle soup recipe is a comforting, hearty dish, brimming with tender chicken, savory broth, and soft noodles, suited to warming both body and soul.

At Avdaye, we add lots of tips in all of our recipes – because we are a home cook without any formal training, and we find we are more confident making dishes when we understand why it works, and what each ingredient means to the flavor of a recipe. Our goal is for even the most beginner home cook to feel empowered in the kitchen.

Soothing Chicken Noodle Soup

We don't know about you, but when we are sick, there is only one thing we want. There is one thing that is warming, comforting, and guaranteed to give us more strength, feel better, and soothe our soul. And that one thing is our Semi Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe. We use lots of fresh vegetables, pre-made egg noodles, and rotisserie chicken for a soup that tastes like homemade, but is easy enough to make if you're sick and would rather do anything but slave over a stove.

If you make your own egg noodles, this recipe is a solid way to use them up! You can even freeze them ahead of time so you have them on hand when you're sick. And if you're too lay for that (like us), you can use the good, solid packages of egg noodles you find in your grocer's frozen section.

Kitchen notes

Use Homemade Broth: For the best flavor, make your broth from scratch using chicken bones, vegetables, and herbs. Simmer slowly for a rich, deep flavor.

Add Vegetables in Stages: Add hardy vegetables like carrots and celery first, and more delicate ones like peas and spinach later, to ensure everything cooks perfectly without becoming mushy.

Season as You Go: Season the soup in layers—salt and pepper the broth, the vegetables, and the chicken as you add them to build a well-rounded flavor.

Skim the Fat: Periodically skim off any fat or foam that rises to the surface while simmering to keep the broth clear and light.

Use Fresh Herbs: Add fresh herbs like thyme, parsley, or dill at the end of cooking for a burst of fresh, aromatic flavor.

Add a Squeeze of Lemon: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving brightens the flavors and adds a slight tang to the soup.

Store Properly: If making ahead, store the soup and noodles separately to keep the noodles from absorbing too much broth and becoming mushy.

What to Enjoy with Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Crusty Bread: A warm, crusty baguette or sourdough for dipping into the rich broth.

Grilled Cheese Sandwich: The creamy, melted cheese pairs beautifully with the savory soup.

Fresh Garden Salad: A light, crisp salad with a tangy vinaigrette adds a refreshing contrast to the soup.

Garlic Bread: Toasted garlic bread adds a flavorful, crunchy side that complements the soup's mild flavors.

Biscuits: Fluffy, buttery biscuits are suited to soaking up the broth.

Saltine Crackers: Classic and simple, they add a bit of crunch without overpowering the soup.

Roasted Vegetables: A side of roasted carrotsBrussels sproutsor potatoes adds a hearty, nutritious element.

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Ingredients

• 3 carrots, peeled and cut into thin rounds
• 4 stocks celery, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 48 oz chicken stock, low sodium
• 2 cups rotisserie chicken, skin removed and meat shredded into bite size chunks
• 16 oz egg noodles

Method

1. In a large stock pot, heat oil until shimmery.
2. Add vegetables with a pinch of salt and cook until soft, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
3. Add chicken stock, stir to combine and scrape any bits of caramelized vegetables off the bottom of the pan.
4. Add chicken and a pinch of salt.
5. Let come to a rolling boil and then reduce heat to low.
6. Let cook down a bit and combine, about 5 minutes.
7. Add in noodles and cook until soft and chewy- about 15 minutes. Stir often to be sure noodles don't sink to bottom of pan and burn.
8. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Add more stock as needed.
9. Serve and enjoy!