Name: Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 large carrots, sliced; 2 stalks celery, sliced; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning; 8 oz wide egg noodles; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 cups fresh spinach (optional); Salt and pepper to taste

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why make this recipe

This soup is warm, creamy, and fills the home with good smells. It cooks fast and uses simple parts you likely have. It is great on cold days, when someone is sick, or when you want a quick, comforting meal.

introduction

Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is smooth, rich, and easy to make. It uses cooked chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles in a creamy broth. If you like simple chicken dishes, try this cheesy creamy buffalo chicken dip for a different comfort-food idea.

how to make Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Make a good base by softening the vegetables and adding flour to thicken. Stir in broth, cook the noodles, then add chicken and cream. You can use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time. For another easy chicken soup idea, see this clean chicken mushroom soup which uses simple flavors and fresh mushrooms.

Ingredients :

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
2 large carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
8 oz wide egg noodles
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
salt and pepper to taste

Directions :

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Add thyme and poultry seasoning. Bring to a gentle boil.
Add the egg noodles and simmer for 7-9 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
Stir in the shredded chicken and heavy cream. Heat through for 2 minutes. Add spinach if using and season with salt and pepper.

how to serve Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Serve hot in deep bowls. Add fresh parsley or a little black pepper on top. Offer crusty bread or crackers on the side. For a fuller meal, serve with a simple salad.

how to store Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Let the soup cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. To freeze, cool fully and place in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove; add a splash of broth or water if the soup thickens. Note: noodles soak up broth over time, so the texture may change after storage.

tips to make Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Use cooked chicken from a rotisserie or leftovers to save time.
Cook noodles in the soup so they absorb flavor, or cook separately if you plan to store the soup.
Stir the flour into the vegetables well so no lumps form when you add broth.
For a lighter version, swap half-and-half for heavy cream.
For another baked chicken idea you might like, check this creamy baked chicken with cherry tomatoes.

variation (if any)

Make it dairy-free: use coconut milk or a dairy-free cream substitute.
Add more vegetables: peas, corn, or green beans work well.
Swap noodles: use small shells, rotini, or rice for a gluten-free noodle alternative (use gluten-free flour to thicken).
Add herbs: fresh thyme or parsley at the end brightens the soup.

FAQs

Q: Can I use raw chicken?
A: Yes. If you use raw chicken, cook it first in the broth until done, then remove, shred, and return to the pot before adding cream.

Q: Can I make this in a slow cooker?
A: Yes. Sauté the vegetables first, then add everything except cream and noodles to the slow cooker. Cook on low 4-5 hours. Add cream and noodles in the last 20-30 minutes.

Q: How do I stop the cream from curdling?
A: Heat the soup gently after adding cream. Do not boil hard. You can temper the cream by stirring a little hot broth into the cream, then adding it back to the pot.

Q: Can I freeze this soup with noodles?
A: You can, but noodles may get soft. For best texture, freeze without noodles and add fresh cooked noodles when reheating.

Conclusion

This Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is easy, warm, and made with simple parts for fast weeknight meals. For a lighter but still creamy take on this soup, see Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup – Sally’s Baking Addiction. If you want a different easy creamy version, try Easy Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup – Salt & Lavender.