Leftover chicken noodle soup can be a delicious and comforting meal, but it can also be bland and unappetizing if not prepared correctly. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can transform your leftover soup into a flavorful and satisfying dish. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and comforting soup to warm you up on a cold day, there are plenty of ways to make your leftover chicken noodle soup taste amazing.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BEST CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
Everyone should know how to make the best chicken noodle soup from a leftover chicken carcass!
Provided by Jersey Girl Cooks (Lisa Grant)
Categories Soup
Time 3h15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put the chicken in a large soup pot and fill with water. Bring to a boil, add onion, cover and cook on low heat for 1 hour. Add the celery, herbs and carrots. Cover and cook on low heat for another 30 minutes.
- Remove pot from the heat. Cool for a few minutes. Strain the broth and remove the chicken and vegetables. Chop the chicken into small pieces, discarding the bones and skin. Skim the broth for any extra fat. Chop the carrots, celery and onion(if desired). Discard herbs.
- Pour broth in the pot and add the chicken and chopped vegetables. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook soup on medium heat and bring the broth to a simmer. Add noodles or pasta and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes or until noodles are done. Season with more salt and pepper and dried herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 76 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEFTOVER ROAST CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
Leftover Roast Chicken Noodle Soup, a comforting homemade soup that is ready in about 30 minutes. Comforting, healthy, full of goodness, this soup is a great family favourite no matter the season.
Provided by Daniela Apostol
Categories Soup
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a pan, add the chicken stock, peeled and chopped onion, carrots and celery and leave to cook for 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the noodles and shredded chicken, and leave to cook for a further 5 minutes or so until the noodles are cooked.
- Add the tomato puree, thyme, salt and pepper and chopped parsley and remove from the heat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Sodium 409 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
When you don't have time to make your soup totally from scratch, this is a very easy, very good substitute.
Provided by MARYVM
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Cook onion and celery in butter until just tender, 5 minutes. Pour in chicken and vegetable broths and stir in chicken, noodles, carrots, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1356.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
THE ULTIMATE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
My first Wisconsin winter was so cold, all I wanted to eat was homemade chicken noodle soup. Of all the chicken noodle soup recipes out there, this type of soup is my favorite and is in heavy rotation from November to April. It has many incredibly devoted fans.-Gina Nistico, Denver, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h
Yield 10 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken in batches, skin side down; cook until dark golden brown, 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken from pan; remove and discard skin. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons., Add onion to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil. Return chicken to pan. Add celery, carrots, bay leaves and thyme. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until chicken is tender, 25-30 minutes., Transfer chicken to a plate. Remove soup from heat. Add noodles; let stand, covered, until noodles are tender, 20-22 minutes., Meanwhile, when chicken is cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard bones. Shred meat into bite-sized pieces. Return meat to stockpot. Stir in parsley and lemon juice. If desired, adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper. Discard bay leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 1176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
I made this soup because of the leftover turkey I had from Thanksgiving. It was very tasty, quick and easy to make. It even tastes better the following day.
Provided by clw721
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat.
- Saute' onion, carrots and celery 10 minutes.
- Add broth to pan.
- Bring to boil over high heat.
- Stir in noodles.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until noodles are tender.
- Add chicken, simmer 1-2 additional minutes to heat though.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.8, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 27.2, Sodium 87.5, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 2.9
LEFTOVER ROAST CHICKEN SOUP
A great way to get more meals from one chicken! A delicious but light broth with great country flavors. Serve in large bowls with fresh crusty rye bread. Any leftovers of this soup can be strained and used as chicken stock.
Provided by Nikki
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large stock pot place chicken frame, bones, giblets etc. Add enough water to cover chicken frame and gently simmer for 90 minutes, covered.
- Remove all bones and chicken frame, but leave any chicken pieces in the soup. Add peppercorns, bay leaves, carrots, onions, green beans and potatoes. Add enough water to ensure that all the vegetables are covered. Cover and simmer gently until the vegetables are soft.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 22.4 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and nutrients to your soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and green beans.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. Salt and pepper are always a good starting point, but you can also add herbs, spices, and even a little bit of citrus zest.
- Cook the soup on low heat for a long time. This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Some good options include chopped fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and crispy croutons.
Conclusion:
Leftover chicken noodle soup is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get a healthy and hearty meal on the table in a hurry. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.
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