Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

Classic chicken noodle soup using diced chicken breast and extra wide egg noodles with carrots, celery, and onion with dried herbs.

This Classic Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting, hearty meal that begins with sautéing yellow and red onions, celery, and carrots in melted butter. Chunked chicken breasts, seasoned with dried basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, are then added and cooked until tender. With chicken broth and egg noodles added to simmer, this soup becomes a flavorful blend of rich broth, tender chicken, soft noodles, and aromatic vegetables, making it the ultimate comfort food.

Servings

4-6

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Total Time

50 minutes

For the Base
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup carrots, sliced
1 cup celery, chopped
½ cup yellow onion, sliced
½ cup red onion, sliced

For the Chicken & Seasoning
2 chicken breasts, cut into chunks
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

For the Broth & Noodles
8 cups chicken broth
3 cups wide egg noodles, uncooked

Preparation

  • Slice the carrots and onions, chop the celery, and cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks.
  • Measure out the seasonings, broth, and noodles so everything is ready to add quickly.

Cooking

  • Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium-high heat.
  • Add the carrots, celery, and both onions, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  • Stir in the chicken pieces and season with the basil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover and cook for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken begins to cook through.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring the pot to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the egg noodles, making sure they are fully submerged in the liquid.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.

Serving

  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
  • Pair with crusty bread or crackers for a hearty, comforting meal.