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High-Protein Chicken Noodle Soup

A warm and nourishing bowl of high-protein chicken noodle soup, perfect for chilly days and quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken breast (or thighs) Use thighs for richer flavor.
  • 8 oz Egg noodles Substitute with any pasta of your choice.
  • 2 medium Carrots Chopped.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 8 cups Chicken broth Homemade or store-bought.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1 tsp Thyme Dried.
  • 1 leaf Bay leaf
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until they soften, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Toss in the diced chicken breasts (or thighs) and cook until the meat is fully browned.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Add the egg noodles and let everything simmer until the noodles are tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat, discard the bay leaf, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

To serve, garnish with fresh parsley or black pepper. Pairs well with crusty bread or a salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen in individual portions.