High Protein Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

Warm up your weeknights with this High Protein Classic Chicken Noodle Soup, a modern twist on a comforting favorite! Packed with tender shredded chicken breasts, hearty egg noodles, and nutrient-dense chickpeas, this recipe is designed to keep you feeling full and energized. Sautéed aromatics like onions, garlic, and fresh carrots infuse every spoonful with rich flavor, while a hint of dried thyme and oregano complements the robust low-sodium chicken broth. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley give the soup a vibrant finish, making it both healthy and satisfying. Perfect for meal prep, quick family dinners, or cozy rainy days, this protein-packed soup is ready in just 50 minutes and serves six. It's a delicious, nourishing bowl you'll return to time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 pieces celery stalks, sliced
• 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups egg noodles
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 pieces lemon, juiced

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the sliced carrots and celery, and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.

Step 4

Place the chicken breasts into the pot and pour in the chicken broth.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

Add the drained chickpeas, egg noodles, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Continue to simmer until the noodles are cooked, about 10 minutes.

Step 8

While the noodles are cooking, shred the chicken breasts using two forks.

Step 9

Return the shredded chicken to the soup and stir to combine.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.

Step 11

Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice just before serving.

Step 12

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3595.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2287.7

Total Fat 63.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 388.6mg	0%
Sodium 5320.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 251.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.1g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 183.2g	0%

Vitamin D 3.8IU	0%
Calcium 610.5mg	0%
Iron 26.6mg	0%
Potassium 4010.1mg	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: 24.7%

Protein: 31.7%

Carbs: 43.5%