Homemade Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Take the time to make Chicken Noodle Soup from scratch on the stove top in a dutch oven! Grandma’s version is made with a whole chicken, herbs, and spices simmered in homemade broth and egg noodles. The result is the BEST chicken noodle soup you will ever have!

Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

When it comes to perfect comfort food, nothing beats a warm and soothing bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. This recipe has a lot of flavor and will surely become a family favorite.

With tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and perfectly cooked noodles, it is the best chicken noodle soup you will ever taste. Whether you are feeling under the weather or simply craving a bowl of warmth and flavor, this easy recipe has got you covered.

Ingredients – What to Put in Chicken Noodle Soup

Classic chicken noodle soup recipe is a timeless comfort food that is cherished for its simplicity and ability to provide warmth and nourishment.

Here are the simple ingredients you will need for making a big pot of homemade soup:

• CHICKEN: For the chicken in this recipe, I prefer using a whole chicken. You can use a rotisserie chicken, chicken breasts, or thighs. It is also a great way to use leftover cooked chicken.
• BROTH: The rich flavor of this soup comes from homemade broth made with a whole chicken. However, you can use store-bought chicken stock or bone broth. You will need at least 10 cups of broth.
• VEGETABLES: Carrots, celery, and onions are traditional fresh vegetables in chicken noodle soup, but feel free to add your favorites.
• SEASONINGS: The seasonings for chicken noodle soup is a mix of dried herbs like thyme, rosemary, parsley, marjoram, and bay leaf. Season with salt and black pepper to suit your taste.
• NOODLES: For convenience, I often opt for store-bought frozen egg noodles. However, you also have the option to prepare homemade egg noodles, which are quick and easy to make.

For kitchen essentials you will need a 5.25 Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven with Lid.

How to Make Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Here are the simple steps to making delicious chicken noodle soup:

1. MAKE HOMEMADE STOCK

Place the whole chicken in a large pot. Add the celery, carrots, onion, salt, pepper, and bay leaves and cover with about 10 cups of water. Simmer, covered for about 2 hours until the chicken is tender and easily comes off the bone when pulled with a fork.

Remove the chicken, chicken bones, and vegetables from the broth, discarding the vegetables. Allow the chicken broth to cool in the Dutch oven. Once it has cooled, skim off the top layer of fat.

2. SAUTE VEGETABLES

Add butter, diced celery, and carrots in a cast iron dutch oven over medium-high heat. Saute for 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

3. PREPARE THE SOUP BASE

Pour the chicken broth into the large Dutch oven over the top of the sauteed vegetables. Add the spices and herbs. Stir and let it simmer for at least 10 minutes.

4. ADD CHICKEN AND NOODLES

Return the shredded cooked chicken to the simmering broth, and then add the egg noodles. Cook them until they are just al dente. Remove the pot from the heat, as the noodles will continue to cook off the heat.

5. SERVE

Use a ladle to gently scoop the soup into bowls. Ensure that each serving has a good balance of chicken, vegetables and noodles. Serve the soup alongside crusty bread, rolls or a grilled cheese sandwich for a classic pairing.

Is Chicken Noodle Soup Healthy?

Chicken noodle soup can be a healthy meal choice when made with wholesome ingredients. Store-bought canned versions can differ in terms of quality and nutritional content, such as sodium and other artificial flavors and preservatives.

Recipe Tips

Here are some handy recipe tips for making chicken noodle soup

1. SAVE TIME: Cook and shred the chicken the day before. Refrigerate the broth and remove the fat layer from the top before making the soup.
2. VEGETABLE SIZE: Cut the vegetables to a thickness of about 1/4″ to prevent them from becoming mushy while simmering.
3. ADD MORE BROTH: Remember that the noodles will absorb a significant amount of broth, so you might need to add extra broth as needed, particularly when reheating leftovers.
4. SEASONINGS: Seasonings play a crucial role in making delicious chicken noodle soup. You can start with the amounts specified in the recipe, but feel free to adjust them to suit your taste preferences. Cooking is all about making it your own!

Best Egg Noodles For Chicken Noodle Soup

The best hearty noodles for chicken noodle soup are homemade egg noodles, but any wide egg noodles can work. If using store bought, I prefer frozen homestyle egg noodles or Amish egg noodles.

What Gives Homemade Chicken Soup More Flavor?

The secret to great chicken soup is using the right seasonings and spices. The best spices for chicken noodle soup are thyme, rosemary, parsley, marjoram, and a couple of bay leaves.

How to Store Leftover Chicken Noodle Soup

TO STORE: Allow the chicken noodle soup to cool. Then, place it in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

TO REHEAT: Place leftover soup in a pan on the stove over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the noodles and chicken are warm. Add more broth, if necessary, to achieve the desired consistency.

What to Serve With Chicken Noodle Soup?

Here are some delicious recipes to serve with chicken noodle soup:

1. A slice of crusty bread or a warm dinner roll is perfect for dunking in your soup.
2. The classic combination of a grilled cheese sandwich and chicken noodle soup is a comforting duo!

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Homemade Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

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Take the time to make Chicken Noodle Soup from scratch; you will never need another recipe to try! Grandma’s version is made with a whole chicken, herbs, and spices simmered in homemade broth and egg noodles. The result is the BEST chicken noodle soup you will ever have!

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

Homemade Chicken Broth

• 3-4 pound whole chicken
• 3 carrots, cut into chunks
• 3 celery ribs, cut into chunks
• 1/2 onion peeled, cut into slices
• 1/2 tbsp ground pepper
• 3 small bay leaves
• 10 cups of water (should cover chicken)

Soup

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 3 medium carrots, diced to 1/4″ thick
• 3 celery ribs, diced diced to 1/4″ thick
• 2 teaspoons dried sage
• 1 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 2 tsp dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 2 bay leaf
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• shredded chicken – use desired amount
• 1 package egg noodles

Instructions

1. Place the whole chicken in a large stock pot. Add the celery, carrots, onion, salt, pepper, and bay leaves and cover with water. Simmer, covered for about 2 hours until the chicken is tender and easily comes off the bone when pulled with a fork.
2. Remove the chicken and the soft, mushy vegetables from the broth, discarding the vegetables. Allow the chicken broth to cool in the Dutch oven. Once it has cooled, skim off the top layer of fat.
3. Add butter, diced celery, and carrots in a cast iron dutch oven over medium-high heat. Saute for 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
4. Pour the chicken broth into the Dutch oven over the sautéed vegetables. Add the spices and herbs, give it a good stir, and allow it to simmer for at least 10 minutes.
5. Return the shredded cooked chicken to the simmering broth, and then add the noodles. Cook them until they are just al dente. Remove the pot from the heat, as the noodles will continue to cook off the heat.
6. Serve the chicken noodle soup while hot and fresh.

Notes

Here are some handy recipe tips for grandma’s chicken noodle soup recipe:

1. SAVE TIME: Cook and shred the chicken the day before. Refrigerate the broth and remove the fat layer from the top before making the soup.
2. VEGETABLE SIZE: Cut the vegetables to a thickness of about 1/4″ to prevent them from becoming mushy while simmering.
3. ADD MORE BROTH: Remember that the noodles will absorb a significant amount of broth, so you might need to add extra broth as needed, particularly when reheating leftovers.
4. SEASONINGS: Seasonings play a crucial role in making delicious chicken noodle soup. You can start with the amounts specified in the recipe, but feel free to adjust them to suit your taste preferences. Cooking is all about making it your own!

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