Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken noodle soup is classic comfort food that has been around since the 1800s. It was originally created to help people recover from illnesses and is still popular today. It is often considered a meal replacement due to its high protein and low-fat content. There are many variations of chicken noodle soup, but they all have some sort of broth base. The broth is a liquid that contains water, salt, and any number of spices. When making chicken noodle soup, you want to ensure that you use good-quality ingredients. You should always look for high-quality chicken stock and avoid using canned broth. If you do not have time to make homemade broth, then you can buy low-sodium broths at the grocery store.
Ingredients for Chicken Noodle Soup
- 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 2 carrots
- 1 celery stalk
- 1 small onion
- 1 cup of uncooked elbow noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions for Chicken Soup Recipe
In a large pot over medium heat add the olive oil. Once hot add the onions and saute until translucent. Add the carrots and celery and continue to cook for 5 minutes. Add the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes then remove the chicken breasts and set aside. Pour the chicken broth into the pan and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and return the chicken breasts back to the pan. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes. Remove the cover and allow the chicken to poach for another 15 minutes. Remove the chicken breasts and slice them into bite-sized pieces. Return the chicken to the pot along with the cooked noodles. Simmer for 5 minutes and serve.
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