20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

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20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - the ultimate comfort food that never fails. Quick and easy chicken noodle soup to beat the cold or just satisfy the craving.

20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (1)

HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

I am happy to say that we are finally past the cold that has been going around our family for almost three weeks. It made the round and it seems (fingers crossed, knock on wood!) that it is gone. But when it was here - it was ugly. It's so sad to see the kiddos without the energy and excitement, not even wanting to play with their favorite toys. They lack energy and appetite. The only thing that my family will eat while dealing with a cold/flu is a homemade chicken noodle soup. THIS chicken noodle soup. I crave it on cold, dreary days because it is the ultimate comfort food. It gives myInstant Pot Chicken and Rice soup a run for its money!


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HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP?

This recipe is so easy that you make it a couple of times and you will know it by heart.

  • It all starts with browning the chicken on both sides in just a little bit of olive oil. It helps to bring out the flavor of chicken in the soup.
  • Same with the veggies. Sauteing them just a little bit before the liquid is added creates the delicious flavor for this soup.

TIPS FOR MAKING THE BEST CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP:

Just a couple notes about the veggie mix I used in this recipe. I used baby carrots for two reasons: they are sweeter and you don't need to peel them. Just diced them up and throw into the stock pot. Also, my kiddos love baby carrots so I always have them on hand! I didn't use onion in this recipe because our kids don't like it and I don't feel the need for it but you can definitely add ½ of a cup of diced onion to the veggie mix. Like with almost every savory recipe on my site, I encourage you to adjust it to your likings.

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20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup

Author: Anna

The ultimate comfort food that never fails: homemade chicken soup with egg noodles! Quick and easy way to beat the cold or just satisfy the craving.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 boneless skinless chicken breast cut half
  • 1 cup baby carrots diced
  • 2 celery ribs diced
  • 1 and ½ cup wide noddles
  • 3 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat up olive oil in a stock pot.

  • Add chicken breast and brown on both sides, 2 minutes or so.

  • Remove the chicken onto a plate and set aside.

  • Add diced veggies to the pot. Add more oil if needed.

  • Saute for about 4 to 5 minutes.

  • Add the chicken back. Add stock or broth, Italian seasoning and oregano.

  • Bring to boil and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.

  • Add noodles and cook until done.

  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

I cut the chicken breast in half to speed up the cooking time. You can dice the chicken and cook it that way too.

Just a couple notes about the veggie mix I used in this recipe. I used baby carrots for two reasons: they are sweeter and you don't need to peel them. Just diced them up and throw into the stock pot. Also, my kiddos love baby carrots so I always have them on hand! I didn't use an onion in this recipe because our kids don't like it and I don't feel the need for it but you can definitely add ½ of a cup of diced onion to the veggie mix. Like with almost every savory recipe on my site, I encourage you to adjust it to your likings.

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 331mg | Potassium: 421mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4500IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Deb McCann says

    Here are my tweaks:
    Used 8 cups of chicken broth
    Used 3 lbs chicken breast
    Added 1/2 a chopped onion
    Added 1 tsp. garlic ( from the jar)
    Added a packet of dried Italian dressing mix (great flavor booster)
    Before browning the chicken breast I salted, peppered, and garlic powdered the chicken breast.
    I cooked on the “soup” feature for 15 minutes then did a quick release.
    After cooking the soup, I tossed in 1 1/2 cups of tortellini and let them heat up for 5 minutes before serving. Delicious!

    Reply

  2. Anne says

    This soup is good but there are WAY too many noodles for the amount of broth. I added FOUR more cups of chicken broth to make it more of a "soup" although there are still too many noodles. Next time I will only add about half a cup of dry noodles.

    Reply

    • Anne says

      20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (8)
      I made this again today and this time, I used ground poultry seasoning instead of the oregano and Italian seasoning. I also added the onions and a bit of garlic, and again, 8 cups of chicken broth (I used better than bouillon) and about 3/4 cups of egg noodles. SO good!!!

      Reply

  3. Michelle says

    20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (9)
    Quick & delish! Loved it.
    Thank you

    Reply

  4. Kevin Ryan says

    Where did you get the super wide egg noodle as illustrated in the pic of the Chicken noodle soup??? I've been looking for that everywhere!!!

    Reply

    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Hi Kevin! I used No Yolks brand. They have Extra Broad noodles. Hope this helps!

      Reply

  5. Cyndi says

    Yay for 20 minute chicken noodle soup!! I wish we were over the cold season. I feel like once one of us gets better the other gets sick. This is the perfect recipe to have on hand when mom is sick too. Delicious!

    Reply

  6. Erin says

    So happy that y'all are healthy again! The winter has been terrible for us, too. I bet a nice, big bowl of this was really comforting. 🙂

    Reply

  7. Patricia says

    This soup looks so hearty & healing! I wish I would have had this when the awful colds were going around my house recently! 🙂

    Reply

  8. Michelle says

    20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (10)
    I've never come across a 20-minute chicken noodle soup. Easy enough to make anyone start to feel better.

    Reply

  9. Katerina says

    20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (11)
    This looks SO delicious and just what I need after our snow blizzard! We're also starting to deal with the darn cold - another great reason to enjoy this soup!

    Reply

  10. Kacey says

    20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (12)
    This soup would make anyone feel better! And for a 20 minute soup, it sure looks stunning (and I bet it tastes delicious!) Great way to use up my homemade chicken broth!

    Reply

  11. Justine says

    20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (13)
    Girl, you had me at 20 minutes! Looks fantastic!

    Reply

20-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

FAQs

What adds sweetness to soup? ›

To add sweetness without sugar, try coconut, vanilla, or date, suggests Clean Eating Magazine, but for many soup recipes, sugar can help turn up the flavor volume of the original recipe.

How to add sweetness to chicken soup? ›

You might consider using more umami-forward vegetables, such as mushrooms, that also pair well with chicken to tie together the richer flavors in the dish. Alternatively, vegetables like corn, peas, and tomatoes will bring out some sweeter notes to the soup.

Can I add milk to soup to make it creamy? ›

Milk or Half-and-Half: This is the other magical ingredient that turns your homemade chicken noodle soup into the creamiest soup ever. Use 1 cup of whole milk or 1 cup of half-and-half.

What makes thick creamy soups? ›

Traditional cream soups derive their smooth texture from liberal amounts of milk or cream, thickened with flour or cornstarch. Now when we make soups that are creamy, chances are they contain no cream at all: They're likely thickened with purees made from starchy vegetables.

Should I put sugar in my soup? ›

A little bit of sugar can help balance and intensify flavours too. A little bit of sugar can balance out excess sourness and bitterness, but too much sugar will just overpower the other flavours and make everything taste sugary.

Should I add sugar to soup? ›

Like salt, sugar is added to tomato soup to offset the acidity of tomatoes and to help enhance the flavor. Other than salt and sugar, many soups have heavy cream added for consistency and to add body. Cream-based soups, such as chowders and bisques, are high in calories and saturated fat.

How do you sweeten homemade soup? ›

The sweetness comes from the caramelisation of vegetable, most often onion and/or pepper (capsicum). Chop very finely and cook in olive oil until with salt until the process starts and they have become a deep golden brown.

How do you sweeten soup naturally? ›

You can also:
  1. Add grated or chopped carrots to soups and sauces. Many traditional soups and sauces start with a three-veggie combination of onion, celery and carrot in which the sweet carrot balances the stronger flavors of the other two vegetables. ...
  2. Caramelize your onions. ...
  3. Choose sweeter raw veggies.
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What can I add to my chicken soup to give it more flavor? ›

Using homemade chicken stock for a richer flavor. Adding fresh herbs like thyme, parsley, or dill for freshness and depth. Incorporating aromatics like onions, garlic, and celery for added complexity.

Which cream to add to soup? ›

Add a swirl of heavy cream, sour cream, or Greek yogurt (or substitute coconut milk for dairy-free, vegan carrot soup) for a creamy carrot soup. If you have fresh herbs like chives or cilantro, use them as a garnish along with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.

When should I add cream to soup? ›

If you started the soup with broth, stock or water, I would wait until the end to add the cream. You can warm the cream, or “temper” it, which is what I do. Take about half a cup of the hot broth and slowly add your cream to that, stirring constantly.

What can I use instead of cream in soup? ›

The 10 Best Substitutes for Heavy Cream
  • Milk and butter.
  • Soy milk and olive oil.
  • Milk and cornstarch.
  • Half-and-half.
  • Tofu and soy.
  • Yogurt and milk.
  • Evaporated milk.
  • Cottage cheese and milk.

How do I make my soup more creamy? ›

Add Something Creamy

Possibilities include cream, coconut milk, yogurt, or even pureed avocado. If you choose coconut milk, be aware that it will impart a sweet, coconut flavor, which might not be right for every soup. Yogurt will add tanginess.

What do restaurants use to thicken soup? ›

Corn Starch

This completely versatile starch is used in savory and sweet dishes alike: gelatinizing fruit pie fillings or thickening your hefty, stick-to-your-bones soups.

What is a thick creamy soup called? ›

Chowder is a thick, rich, hearty, and creamy soup that typically uses stock and cream; it is thickened with roux. Chowders come in many varieties but generally have one common ingre- dient—chunks of potato. Chowder is similar to a bisque soup, but it is thicker and chunkier.

How do you add sweetness to broth? ›

To add both deep flavor and an underlying sweetness, add some tomato paste (about 1 tablespoon per quart of stock). This work especially well for broths destined for soups like minestrone and rich, aromatic stews.

How do you sweeten vegetable soup? ›

Some suggestions that I use: 1) add a rind of Parmesan cheese while the soup is bubbling for some additional saltiness. The rind will disintegrate while it simmers, 2) add some diced apple for natural sweetness and texture, 3) add some diced parsnips.

What seasoning balances sweetness? ›

too sweet. Whatever you do, don't add salt because it will bring out the sweetness even more. Here, acid, bitterness and heat will counteract excessive sweetness, and add layers of flavor.

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