Rich Chicken Soup with Fresh Noodles

Warm your soul and elevate your comfort food game with this Rich Chicken Soup with Fresh Noodles. Simmering bone-in chicken thighs with a medley of aromatic vegetables—carrots, celery, onion, and garlic—creates a deeply flavorful, hearty broth enhanced with comforting herbs like thyme and bay leaves. The highlight of this recipe is the homemade fresh noodles, which come together with a simple dough of flour, eggs, and water, then hand-cut for the ultimate rustic touch. Ready in just under two hours, this from-scratch chicken soup is as satisfying to prepare as it is to savor. Perfectly nourishing for chilly evenings or when you’re craving a wholesome, homemade classic, this dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Serve this soul-soothing soup piping hot for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 medium, diced celery stalks
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon, dried (or 3 sprigs fresh) thyme
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large stockpot, place the chicken thighs and cover with 8 cups of chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and skim off any foam that rises to the surface.

Step 2

Add the diced carrots, celery, onion, minced garlic, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

While the soup base is cooking, prepare the fresh noodles. In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, eggs, and water. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 4

After the noodle dough has rested, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a sharp knife or pasta cutter to cut the dough into thin strips (about 1/4-inch wide and 3-4 inches long). Set aside, lightly dusted with flour to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Remove the chicken thighs from the pot and place them on a cutting board. Allow to cool slightly, then shred the meat using two forks, discarding the skin and bones. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 6

Bring the soup back to a gentle boil. Add the prepared fresh noodles to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the noodles are tender.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley for freshness, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3978.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3227.0

Total Fat 167.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1182mg	0%
Sodium 10482.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 226.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 689.6mg	0%
Iron 28.5mg	0%
Potassium 6106.4mg	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: 47.6%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 23.9%