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Resourceful Chicken Noodle Soup

This chicken noodle soup is made by simmering tender chicken pieces in a broth enriched with kitchen scraps like leftover vegetable and pasta water, creating a savory base. The soup features cooked noodles, roasted garlic, and herbs, resulting in a comforting dish with a rich, flavorful broth and a hearty, satisfying texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Homestyle
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chicken broth preferably homemade or leftover from previous meals
  • 1 cup kitchen scrap water vegetable or pasta water for added umami
  • 1 lb chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 3 cloves garlic roasted for flavor
  • 1 cup noodles your choice of egg or wheat noodles
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for roasting garlic and sautéing
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or your favorite herbs
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, added at the end

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Bring water and chicken broth to a gentle simmer in a large pot, then add the chicken breasts and cook until they’re tender, about 10 minutes. Remove the chicken, let it cool slightly, then shred it with two forks.
  2. While the chicken cooks, roast the garlic cloves in a small pan with a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat until they’re golden and fragrant, about 10 minutes. Once done, mash the roasted garlic into a paste.
  3. Add the roasted garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the broth, stirring to combine. Let the broth simmer gently for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  4. Meanwhile, cook your noodles in a separate pot according to package instructions until al dente. Drain them and set aside.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the broth and stir. Then, add the cooked noodles directly into the soup, allowing everything to heat through together for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or herbs as needed. Stir in chopped fresh parsley for brightness just before serving.
  7. Serve the soup hot in bowls, showcasing the tender chicken, noodles, and aromatic broth with fresh herbs on top. Enjoy the comforting, flavorful spoonfuls!