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Chicken Noodle Soup

Best Chicken Noodle Soup for Cozy Nights with Family

This Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting dish perfect for busy nights, filled with healthy ingredients and familiar flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can be substituted with frozen chicken, just adjust cook time accordingly.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Perfect for sautéing aromatics.
  • 1 cup Onions Can be replaced with shallots for sweetness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh or garlic powder.
  • 2 medium Carrots Parsnips are a great substitute.
  • 2 stalks Celery Feel free to omit if not available.
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Can be swapped for vegetable broth.
  • 2 cups Egg Noodles Gluten-free noodles can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Can be substituted with Italian seasoning.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley For garnishing.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional for added brightness.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function and add two tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become translucent and the vegetables soften.
  2. Place the chicken breasts on top of the sautéed vegetables in the Instant Pot. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth, followed by the thyme and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper, stir gently to combine.
  3. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then allow for a 10-minute natural pressure release.
  4. Carefully remove the cooked chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot, stirring into the broth filled with vegetables.
  5. Switch the Instant Pot to sauté mode, add in 2 cups of egg noodles, and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes until tender.
  6. Taste your soup and adjust seasoning as desired. Remove bay leaves and serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For storing, keep leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freeze soup without noodles for up to 3 months.

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