Instructions:
Step 1
Begin by heating olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers.
Step 2
Add the chopped onions, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Sauté the vegetables until they’re tender, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Next, stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the aroma of the herbs fills the air.
Step 4
Carefully pour in the chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 5
Once the broth is simmering, introduce the cooked chicken and egg noodles to the pot.
Step 6
Allow the soup to cook until the noodles are tender, typically around 8-10 minutes. Remember to stir occasionally to ensure the noodles cook evenly and don’t stick together.
Step 7
Taste the soup and season it with salt and pepper according to your preferences.
Step 8
When the noodles reach the desired consistency, remove the pot from the heat source.
Step 9
Using a ladle, portion the chicken noodle soup into bowls. For a final touch, garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Step 10
Serve the soup hot and savor the comforting flavors of your homemade chicken noodle soup!
Note: You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like peas or spinach, or by incorporating different herbs and spices according to your taste. Additionally, you can use homemade chicken broth for extra flavor, or use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.