Cindy's Cooking Light Chicken Noodle Soup

Warm up your soul with Cindy's Cooking Light Chicken Noodle Soup, the ultimate comfort food made healthier! This hearty yet wholesome recipe is brimming with tender chicken breast, an array of aromatic vegetables, and egg noodles in a flavorful low-sodium chicken broth infused with dried thyme, oregano, and a touch of fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 45 minutes, this lightened-up classic is perfect for busy weeknights or soothing chilly days. Garnished with vibrant parsley, this soup offers a deliciously balanced meal that’s both nourishing and satisfying. Whether you're looking for a light dinner idea or a cozy option for meal prepping, this easy chicken noodle soup recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: chicken noodle soup, light chicken soup, healthy comfort food, low-sodium soup recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 2 medium carrots (sliced into thin rounds)
• 2 medium celery stalks (sliced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
• 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 ounces egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onions, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 4

Place the chicken breast in the pot and pour in the chicken broth.

Step 5

Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the chicken breast from the pot and shred it using two forks.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the egg noodles.

Step 9

Simmer the soup for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.

Step 10

Stir in the chopped parsley and freshly squeezed lemon juice for added brightness.

Step 11

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2695.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1342.5

Total Fat 51.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 418.4mg	0%
Sodium 2955.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.5g
Protein 164.1g	0%

Vitamin D 59.1IU	0%
Calcium 169.0mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1752.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.8%

Protein: 49.6%

Carbs: 15.6%