Best 20 Homemade Chicken Soup Recipes

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Homemade chicken soup is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for centuries. Not only is it delicious and comforting, but it is also a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, anyone can make a pot of homemade chicken soup in the comfort of their own kitchen. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying soup to warm you up on a cold winter day, homemade chicken soup is the perfect choice. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making the best homemade chicken soup, along with tips and variations to customize it to your own taste. So grab your pot and let's get started!

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE CHICKEN SOUP



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Homemade chicken soup - but you don't have to be sick to deserve or enjoy it - you do, so do! Good for body and soul!

Provided by Jill

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3 pound) whole chicken
4 carrots, halved
4 stalks celery, halved
1 large onion, halved
water to cover
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

  • Put the chicken, carrots, celery and onion in a large soup pot and cover with cold water. Heat and simmer, uncovered, until the chicken meat falls off of the bones (skim off foam every so often).
  • Take everything out of the pot. Strain the broth. Pick the meat off of the bones and chop the carrots, celery and onion. Season the broth with salt, pepper and chicken bouillon to taste, if desired. Return the chicken, carrots, celery and onion to the pot, stir together, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 36.9 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 67.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN SOUP WITH HOMEMADE NOODLES



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This is my beloved Grandmother's recipe. I have made noodles from scratch mixing, rolling, and cutting by hand. Today I use a dough mixer and pasta cutter to save time.

Provided by Kelly Nagy Cramer

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 gallon chicken stock
4 bone-in chicken breast halves
3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
3 eggs
2 tablespoons water, or as needed
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Bring chicken stock to a boil; cook chicken breasts at a boil until no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove chicken, cool, and cut meat from bone; keep chicken stock at a low simmer.
  • Mix flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt together using the dough hook attachment in the bowl of a stand mixer on Low; add eggs and water, 1 tablespoon at time, until dough holds together.
  • Split dough in half. Roll 1 dough half on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut dough into noodles 2 to 3-inches long x 1/4-inch wide using a sharp knife dipped in flour or a fettuccine pasta cutter. Repeat with other dough half.
  • Return chicken to the simmering stock; add noodles. Season stock with black pepper and 1 pinch salt. Cook soup until noodles are cooked through, 15 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489.8 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 179.4 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 2021.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

HOMEMADE CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP



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This soothing chicken and rice soup hits the spot on chilly days. It's the

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 quarts water
4 bone-in chicken breast halves (about 3 pounds)
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
3 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, place water, chicken, salt, pepper and poultry seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until chicken is tender, 25-30 minutes., With a slotted spoon, remove chicken from broth. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard skin and bones. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. Skim fat from broth; add chicken and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables and rice are tender, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HOMEMADE CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



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This chicken tortilla soup is as good as (if not better than) any I've had in a restaurant. I get so many compliments when I serve it: you will, too. -Laura Black Johnson, Largo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained
5 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 rotisserie chicken, shredded, skin removed
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Crushed tortilla chips
Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chilies, garlic, jalapeno and cumin; cook 1 minute. Stir in tomato sauce, tomatoes and broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Stir in chicken., Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Add cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper. Top servings with chips and cheese., Freeze option: Before adding chips and cheese, cool soup; freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Add chips and cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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Sauteed chicken and garlic imparts richness to this homemade soup. Feel free to add additional vegetables and herbs to suit your taste! I like to serve this with a green salad and warm rolls.

Provided by lilacwine808

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breast tenderloins, cut into bite-size pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 small carrots, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups medium egg noodles

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook chicken in the hot oil until browned on each side and no longer pink in the centers, about 10 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add remaining oil to the saucepan and saute celery, carrots, and garlic over medium heat until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with pepper.
  • Pour chicken broth into the cooked vegetables and deglaze by scraping up the bits of chicken and vegetables from the bottom of the hot pan. Bring to a boil. Add egg noodles, reduce heat medium-low, and simmer until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper if necessary.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and lay chicken on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 52.1 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1041.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHEF JOHN'S HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This soul-warming soup is deliciously simple -- just chicken and noodles. What makes it so good is the homemade roasted chicken stock.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter
½ cup diced carrot
½ cup diced onion
½ cup diced celery
1 pinch salt
¼ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons melted chicken fat
2 quarts roasted chicken broth (see footnote for recipe link)
4 ounces uncooked wide egg noodles
2 cooked boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Stir in carrot, onion, celery, salt, and fresh thyme. Stir in chicken fat; cook and stir until the onions turn soft and translucent, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Stir in roasted chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Season to taste with salt, if necessary; stir in egg noodles and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cooked chicken breast meat and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1000.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

HEARTY HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This satisfying soup with a hint of cayenne is brimming with vegetables, chicken and noodles. The recipe is from my father-in-law, but I tweaked it to make it my own. -Norma Reynolds, Overland Park, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 5h50m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 fresh baby carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons mustard seed
2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated linguine
Optional: Coarsely ground pepper and additional minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. Place mustard seed and garlic on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag. Place in slow cooker. Add chicken and broth. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 5-6 hours. , Discard spice bag. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Stir linguine into soup; cover and cook on high until tender, about 30 minutes. Cut chicken into pieces and return to soup; heat through. Sprinkle with coarsely ground pepper and additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic exchanges

HOMEMADE CONDENSED CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP



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Easy substitute for condensed cream of chicken soup in recipes. Change the broth, change the soup.

Provided by mrjonesv2

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Special Collection Recipes     New

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons salted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup chicken stock
½ cup milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add flour to melted butter and whisk rapidly until mixture is thick, about 2 minutes.
  • Add chicken stock; whisk until smooth. Add milk and bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 51.7 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 176.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

HOMEMADE ITALIAN CHICKEN SOUP



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Nothing chases the winter chills away like a steaming bowl of this chicken soup. It's a comforting dish that brings back memories of Mom.-John Croce Jr., Yarmouth, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h50m

Yield 12-14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 bone-in chicken breast halves
1 large onion, halved
1 large carrot, quartered
3 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cups water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
2 bay leaves
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
6 to 8 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. Dutch oven, combine the first eight ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; leaving cover ajar, simmer for 1-1/2 hours. Remove chicken; strain and reserve broth. discard vegetables and bay leaves. When the chicken is cool enough to handle, remove skin and bones; discard. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces; set aside. Return broth to kettle; add tomatoes, onions, parsley, ketchup, salt, rosemary, basil, garlic and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; leaving cover ajar, simmer for 45 minutes. Add beans, cheese and chicken; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

PRESSURE-COOKER HOMEMADE CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP



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We love chicken and rice soup and thought it would make a superb pressure-cooker recipe. We were right! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 quarts chicken broth or water
4 bone-in chicken breast halves (about 3 pounds)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
3 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, place all ingredients. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on low for 5 minutes; quick-release pressure., With a slotted spoon, remove chicken. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard skin and bones. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Skim fat from broth; add chicken. Select saute setting and adjust for high heat; cook until chicken is heated through. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 1690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

HOMEMADE CHICKEN SOUP WITH WINGS



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I love chicken soup and when ever I think one of my babies are coming down with something I have to make it. My 3yr old asks for it when ever she starts to cough its so cute. The funny thing is that my babies will only eat my soup. Another thing I like about using wings is that there is less grease and the meat is always nice and tender, never dry or tough and it keeps the flavor well. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as my babies do. I get everything from my local HEB.

Provided by -._Eri-.-Kapz_.-

Categories     Stocks

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 -5 lbs chicken wings, clean well (with enough water to cover everything)
1 whole white onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1 celery, sliced 1/2 inch thick (use the whole thing)
2 jalapeno peppers, cut in half (1 for mild)
3 whole potatoes, peeled and cubed bite size
2 green zucchini, sliced 1inch thick
1 -2 chayote, cubed (optional)
1/2 cup , knorr sabor latino and then to taste
1 tablespoon seasoning salt (to taste)
1/2 tablespoon black pepper (to taste)
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
1 whole cabbage, cut in 1 inch slices
12 ounces green beans

Steps:

  • 1) In a nice sized pot fill a little under half way with water and bring to a boil, meanwhile rinse off the chicken wings.
  • 2)Rinse off all the vegetables and prepare the first 5 vegetables.
  • 3) When the water is at a rolling boil add chicken wings, sabor latino, seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cilantro, onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, and celery in that order.
  • 4) Let simmer for about 30 minutes on medium- low heat, stirring occassionally, not to much you dont want mushy soup just enough to make sure nothing is sticking.
  • 5) When ready add the remaining vegetables as followed: rinsed green beans, chayote, squash, potatoes, and sliced cabbage letting the cabbage sit on top do no push down or stir bring the food from the bottom up.
  • 6) Let boil for another 15 minutes so that the vegetables can cook.
  • 7) Let cool and serve with corn tortillas and lemon. Enjoy!

WORLD'S BEST HOMEMADE CHICKEN SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



World's Best Homemade Chicken Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: whole chicken, onion, celery, large carrots, garlic, your favorite pasta

Provided by Zoe Ferdman

Categories     Sides

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole chicken
1 onion, halved
6 large stalks celery, cut in half
6 large carrots, cut in half
4 cloves garlic, optional
1 cup your favorite pasta, (I recommend using smaller shapes such as stelline, orzo, pastina, or any other similar shapes)

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water and then add the chicken and onion. Cook over medium heat until the pot is brought to a slight boil or simmer, and set the kitchen timer for 4 hours
  • After 3 hours of cooking time, rinse the celery and carrots and add them to the pot (if you'd like, also add the garlic cloves). Let all of the vegetables cook along with the onion and chicken for the remaining hour
  • After everything is finished cooking, carefully remove the chicken, onion, and all of the vegetables to a large bowl and let cool slightly before storing in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Add your favorite pasta to the pot and let look according to the package directions or until al dente/tender.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 2 grams

HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP WITH HAND-MADE EGG NOODLES



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A fast and delicious soup with the added touch of homemade egg noodles. Check out my other recipes for whole-wheat noodles, if you'd rather. Really good way to use up chicken left over from Sunday night dinner.

Provided by wyojess

Categories     Healthy

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs, warmed 5 min in warm tap water
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
49 ounces chicken broth (swanson)
1 1/2 cups water
1 large carrot, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 celery rib, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/4 cup onion, sliced
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1/2 T. fresh)
1 cup chopped cooked chicken (no skin)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Wash your hands, remove any rings and get ready to get messy.
  • Noodles: Break warmed eggs into a large bowl. Add 3/4 of the flour and mix with a wooden spoon until most of the flour is combined with the eggs. "Squish" dough through your fingers. Dough will probably be pretty sticky. Add a little more flour. Continue squishing through your fingers and kneading dough and adding small amounts of flour until dough is no longer sticky. You can add a little water if you get it too dry. The key here is to have the dough just to the point of not being sticky.
  • Let dough rest 20-30 min (allows gluten to develop).
  • Meanwhile, start broth and water boiling. Slice carrot, celery and onion and chop chicken. Add vegetables, chicken, garlic powder, onion powder and parsley to broth.
  • Take rested dough and run through your pasta machine to desired thickness and cut into 1/4" wide noodles (if you don't have one, that's OK -- skip to the next step!). Cut noodles to desired length. Separate noodles and lay out to dry until veggies are tender.
  • No pasta machine? Wipe down your counter and dry thoroughly. Dust a 1 foot circular area with all-purpose flour. Place rested dough on floured counter. Knead gently a few times. Re-flour counter and dough. Knead until pasta is smooth. Roll out with a rolling pin to 1/8" thick and cut into 1/4" thick strips with a sharp knife or pizza cutter(don't cut the counter). Cut to desired length. Separate noodles and lay out to dry until veggies are tender.
  • When veggies are tender, add noodles and allow to boil 3-5 minutes until tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Portions can be frozen for later, if desired.
  • ENJOY!

HOMEMADE CONDENSED CREAM OF CHICKEN OR MUSHROOM OR CELERY SOUP



Homemade Condensed Cream of Chicken or Mushroom or Celery Soup image

You have these ingredients already. So save yourself a trip to the store, some money, and some sodium. Here's a flavorful condensed cream of chicken soup base recipe for use in dishes that call for canned creamed soups. Use instead of condensed canned cream soups in recipes. Just add the ingredient that forms the basis of the soup. Chop mushrooms, sauté in a bit of olive oil and add for cream of mushroom soup. Add chicken for cream of chicken soup. Chop & sauté celery for, you guessed it, cream of celery. (As found at tammysrecipes.com/homemade_cream_chicken_soup ) Yields 3 cups -- about 2 (10.5 oz) cans of condensed cream of 'whatever'.

Provided by AngieME

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 2 cans, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon poultry, seasoning*
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt (or less, taste to test)
1/4 teaspoon parsley
1 dash paprika
1 1/2 cups milk
3/4 cup flour

Steps:

  • In medium-sized saucepan, boil chicken broth, 1/2 cup of the milk, and the seasonings for a minute or two (longer if using fresh onions or garlic).
  • In a bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup of milk and flour. Add to boiling mixture and continue whisking briskly until mixture boils and thickens.
  • Add the ingredient that forms the basis of the soup. Chop mushrooms, saute in a bit of olive oil and add for cream of mushroom soup. Add chicken for cream of chicken soup.
  • *Don't have poultry seasoning? Make your own like I did -- try the recipezaar recipe #23966 - Homemade Poultry Seasoning.
  • This is awesome in my posted recipe "Easy Chicken & Noodles -- the Best" Recipe #359244. It makes that recipe not quite as easy, but less salty and more delicious. I would double this recipe and freeze extra if using it for that purpose.

JEAN'S HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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Here's a great and easy recipe for chicken noodle soup. The ginger gives this soup a special zest! Enjoy!

Provided by Jean Wu

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups water
3 carrots, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 pinch ground black pepper
3 slices fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped cooked chicken breast meat
½ cup egg noodles

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat combine the broth, water, carrots, celery and ground black pepper and allow to cook. In a medium skillet over medium high heat, combine the ginger, oil and chicken. Saute for about 5 minutes and remove the sliced ginger.
  • Add the chicken to the broth mixture, bring to a boil and then add the egg noodles. Continue to cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes until noodles and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1011.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

QUICK HOMEMADE CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SICK



Quick Homemade Chicken Soup for The Sick image

I make this soothing soup all the time when one of my loved ones gets sick. It is fast and makes a lot. This soup freezes well and tastes amazing.. Its all with pantry ingredients so you don't have to run out to get anything..

Provided by Donna Thiemann

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can(s) white chicken chunks with the broth
1 can(s) carrots, cubed with broth
2 pkg 32 0z each of chicken broth
1 Tbsp dried minced onion
2 tsp chicken bouillon granules
1/2 c long grain rice, uncooked

Steps:

  • 1. Add all ingredients to a 10 cup rice cooker. Set the rice cooker to white rice. (about 20 minutes) Serve when the rice tests done and the soup is hot. Note: I used a little bit of orzo so the pic above does not appear clear. If you use rice only the broth is yellow and clear.. Very good for colds and flu's of any kind. Best of All FAST!!
  • 2. This freezes well if you use rice such as Uncle Ben's converted rice. Other types of rice will get mushy.

HEARTY HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This is one of the first recipes that I made off the top of my head when I was learning to cook as a newlywed 25 years ago. I've tweaked it a bit since then and now it's a family favorite. I have found that you can buy a ready cooked rotisserie chicken to save time or use leftover chicken. I use a food processor to make chopping the veggies much easier.

Provided by Texaspollock

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 cups water
1/2 cup onion (diced)
1 cup carrot (chopped or diced)
1/2 cup celery (diced)
1 garlic clove (minced or 1 tsp garlic powder)
1/3 cup chicken stock paste (or 15 bouillon cubes)
2 tablespoons parsley
1 whole chicken (cooked, de-boned and shredded)
1 (12 ounce) bag egg noodles

Steps:

  • In large stew pot place 8 ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil and cook until vegetables are tender.
  • While soup is still boiling, add egg noodles and boil until noodles are tender.
  • ENJOY!

MOM'S HOMEMADE CHICKEN SOUP



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Come home to this filling homemade chicken and veggie soup - a delicious slow-cooked dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups baby-cut carrots
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 can (49 1/2 ounces) ready-to-serve chicken broth
1 cup frozen green peas
1 cup fine egg noodles

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned.
  • Mix all ingredients except peas and noodles in 3 1/2- to 4-quart Crock-Pot slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 6 1/2 to 7 hours or until vegetables are tender and chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Rinse frozen peas with cold water to separate; drain. Stir peas and noodles into soup. Cover and cook on high heat setting about 15 minutes or until noodles are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2680 mg

CREAMY HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



Creamy Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup image

This is the recipe I always use. Sort of. I just made this soup up out of my head one time, and my family asks for it over and over, so I have pretty much committed it to memory. But I mentioned it on my blog, and decided it would be a good idea to write down the recipe for posterity. LOL -------- I usually make it about the same, but depending on what I have on hand, or might feel like mixing things up, it will be slightly different every time. Feel free to add, subtract, or alter it to your own personal tastes! -------- I usually use frozen egg noodles, but today, I made them from scratch, using this recipe. http://www.recipezaar.com/Delicious-Homemade-Egg-Noodles-95311 -------- I also used my own homemade chicken stock that I made from a roasted chicken a few days ago! I did this by taking the leftover carcass, and simmering it in a large pot of water, with some onion, carrots, celery, salt and pepper for several hours. After it cooled down, I strained out the chicken bits and veggies, and stored the stock in the fridge. When I was ready to use it, I was able to skim the hardened fat off the top and throw it away. I ended up with about 4 cups of stock! -------- I hope you enjoy this soup as much as my family! The serving amount below is approximate. It would usually feed my family of 5, with little leftover, but they go crazy when I make it! LOL Also, prep and cook time do NOT include the time it took to make homemade stock and noodles.

Provided by Possumstew

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups chicken stock
3 cups water (add more if needed later)
1 medium onion
3 -4 garlic cloves (to taste)
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon thyme
4 chicken bouillon cubes
3 cups leftover chicken, cubed
2 (15 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup (I use the Campbell's 98% fat free)
1 (10 ounce) can peas (optional)
1 lb egg noodles
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (as needed to thicken)

Steps:

  • Saute onion and garlic in a little olive oil in your pot, until tender. Be careful not to burn the garlic, or it will be bitter.
  • Combine the rest of the ingredients, except the noodles and peas, in a large pot. Simmer on low for a couple hours to develop flavors, and thicken slightly.
  • Taste it to see if it's "chickeny" enough for you. If not, you can add more bouillon, but be careful, as this will make it saltier. Also, add salt or pepper to taste.
  • When it tastes right to you, add your egg noodles and peas. These usually need to cook for 15 or 20 minutes.
  • We like our soup pretty thick, kinda like Rachel Ray's "stoup", so if it needs thicken after the noodles are about done, I then mix up the flour in a little cold water, and stir it inches This will only need a few minutes to thicken, but make sure to stir pretty often after you add the flour mixture, or it might collect at the bottom.
  • After the flour and noodles have cooked, it's ready to serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.5, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 41.4, Sodium 995.3, Carbohydrate 45.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.4, Protein 11

HOMEMADE CHICKEN MEATBALL SOUP - HCG PHASE 2



Homemade Chicken Meatball Soup - HCG Phase 2 image

A really nice soup, with just enough kick. The meatballs are superbly delicious and you don't feel like you're depriving yourself. Recipes counts for 1 protein, 1 vegetable, and 1 Melba toast.

Provided by Coffee Criss

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 6 meatballs, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

100 g chicken breasts, ground
1 teaspoon onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pinch sage
1 pinch marjoram
1 pinch thyme
1 dash onion powder
1 dash garlic powder
1 melba toast, crushed
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 dash sea salt
1 dash pepper
4 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Meatballs: In a small bowl, combine first 9 ingredients (ground chicken, minced onion, garlic, sage, marjoram, thyme, onion powder, garlic powder and Melba toast crumbs). Form into small meatballs (about 6).
  • Broth: In a pot, combine broth, garlic and remaining spices (bay leaf, cayenne, salt, pepper). Bring to a boil.
  • Add meatballs to the broth, reduce heat, cover and cook for 30 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through. Add celery the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.
  • Add apple cider vinegar just before serving.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. The more vegetables you use, the more flavor your soup will have. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and leeks.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender, but not mushy.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings as desired.
  • Let the soup simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will help the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite garnishes. Some good choices include chopped parsley, croutons, or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Homemade chicken soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a little planning, you can have a pot of homemade chicken soup on the table in no time. So next time you are looking for a comforting and nutritious meal, give homemade chicken soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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