How to make this good old fashioned chicken noodle soup
Yes, this chicken noodle soup recipe requires more steps than a simple, quick recipe, but the result is worth every penny because this broth is truly unique!
- For one hour, simmer (don’t boil!) an entire chicken with broth flavorings (herbs, garlic, peppercorns, and carrots). The meat should be soft enough to rip without much effort after five to two hours;
- Remove scum that floats to the surface once or twice;
- Remove the chicken and the carrot etc;
- Shred the chicken. Just under half will be needed for this recipe; reserve the remainder for other uses.
- Refrigerate the broth until the fat solidifies on the surface, then remove it with a spoon to make it even healthier and the broth even clearer.
- The slower you sauté the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, the more intense and sweeter the vegetables get;
- Add homemade broth and noodles. Toss the chicken back in to reheat it once the noodles are almost done.
- Serve!
Tips for Making Chicken Noodle Soup More Flavorful
Use these simple suggestions to ensure that your homemade chicken noodle soup has the greatest flavor possible:
- Use bone-in chicken, not boneless. The bones give the broth a TON of flavor.
- Make sure your dried herbs are fresh. Keep an eye on those expiration dates because dried herbs lose flavor over time!
- Don’t rush it. For the chicken, veggies, and herbs to give this soup their full flavor, it must simmer for a considerable amount of time. But don’t worry, as it simmers away, it doesn’t need much attention.
- Don’t forget the salt. Not only does salt give food a “salty” taste, but it also aids in the tongue’s ability to detect various flavors. To fully experience all of those delectable flavors, make sure to season the soup to taste at the very end.
What to do with leftover chicken
For this chicken noodle soup, you most likely won’t even use half of the chicken’s meat. Here are some recipes that you can try with the cooked chicken that is left over:
I stuck to a traditional vegetable combination for the soup: onion, carrots, and celery. But don’t let my lack of creativity stop you—feel free to add anything you like! – Nagi xx
