Vegetarian Hearty Chicken Noodles

Warm, comforting, and entirely plant-based, this Vegetarian Hearty Chicken Noodles recipe is the perfect blend of rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring tender wide egg noodles, vibrant vegetables like carrots and celery, and the savory depth of chicken-flavored vegetarian broth, this dish brings all the cozy satisfaction of classic chicken noodle soup without the meat. Shredded chicken-style seitan adds a protein-packed twist, while fragrant herbs like thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf infuse the broth with a depth of flavor you’ll love. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy one-pot meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or to soothe your soul on a chilly day. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a hearty vegetarian comfort food masterpiece that even meat-eaters will adore. Perfect for warming up your kitchen and your heart!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz wide egg noodles
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 large carrots, sliced
• 2 medium celery stalks, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups chicken-flavored vegetarian broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 8 oz chicken-style seitan, shredded
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the sliced carrots and celery, and continue to cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken-flavored vegetarian broth and add the dried thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Add the shredded chicken-style seitan to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the cooked egg noodles and chopped parsley.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper to taste, if necessary. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2851.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1182.3

Total Fat 38.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 85.0mg	0%
Sodium 9818.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 127.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.8g
Protein 79.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 347.2mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1939.4mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 43.5%