How to make a Homemade CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP You’ll Crave Every Time!

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: pasta

Whole grain noodles offer more nutrients, while regular pasta is often cheaper.

Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, patting it dry on both sides.

Heat oil in a pot over medium high heat and sear the chicken for 3 minutes on each side.

Add 10 cups of water to the pot and bring it to a boil, skimming the top to remove impurities.

Add half an onion, a garlic head, fresh thyme, two bay leaves, peppercorn, and celery root to the pot.

Reduce heat to medium low, cover, and cook for 40 minutes.

Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool, then strain the broth to remove solids.

In the same pot over medium heat, melt butter and add onion, celery, and carrots, cooking for 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and fresh thyme, sautéing for 30 seconds.

Add the strained chicken broth and bring it to a simmer, adjusting salt as needed.

Add egg noodles and cook for 4 to 6 minutes according to package instructions.

Add shredded chicken, fresh parsley, and a little lime, mixing and cooking for a couple more minutes.

Serve hot.

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