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nutritious chicken noodle soup

Healthy Chicken Noodle Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Stirring spoon
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups egg noodles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 3 celery stalks sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup spinach leaves

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth and water, then add the diced chicken breasts.
  • Season the soup with thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add egg noodles and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the noodles are tender and chicken is cooked through.
  • Stir in spinach leaves and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
  • Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh vegetables and herbs to enhance the flavor of the soup. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for a refreshing finish. Adjust the seasoning to your preference, and feel free to incorporate other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for added nutrition.
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