Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Cuisine: American
• Category: Soup / Comfort Food
• Keywords: Creamy Chicken Soup, Noodle Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Chicken Soup, deesviral
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked shredded or diced chicken
• 2 cups egg noodles (uncooked)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
2. Add garlic and thyme; cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
4. Add the egg noodles and cook for about 8–10 minutes, or until just tender.
5. Stir in the cooked chicken and heavy cream. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
6. If you want a thicker soup, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2 more minutes until thickened.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
8. Serve hot with bread or crackers.

Storage & Make-Ahead

• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
• Freezer: Freeze without the noodles (they get mushy). Add freshly cooked noodles after reheating.

Why This Recipe Works

This soup combines the soul-warming comfort of chicken noodle soup with the richness of a creamy base. The balance of vegetables, tender chicken, and soft noodles in a flavorful broth makes it a go-to recipe on any cold day. It’s simple, satisfying, and tested to perfection by deesviral.