Description
This creamy chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food — warm, rich, and loaded with tender chicken, soft noodles, and hearty vegetables. Cooked in one pot, it combines convenience and flavor in every spoonful. Perfect for cozy nights, sick days, or whenever you need a nourishing, soul-soothing meal that feels like a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
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2 carrots, peeled & chopped
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2 celery stalks, chopped
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8–10 garlic cloves, chopped
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1 onion, chopped
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4 tbsp butter
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¼ cup flour
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4 cups chicken broth
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2 cups heavy cream
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2 cups egg noodles
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2 packets Sazon con azafran
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1.5–2 lbs chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
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2 bay leaves
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¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1–2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, onion, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
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Add garlic and olive oil, cooking for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir for 2–3 minutes to form a roux.
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Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Simmer until slightly thickened (3–5 minutes).
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Bring to a boil, add Sazon packets, bay leaves, and chicken breasts. Cover halfway and cook for 10–15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
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Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5–10 minutes.
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Add egg noodles and cook according to package directions (6–8 minutes).
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Stir in parsley and adjust seasoning. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Notes
Don’t worry if your roux looks lumpy — it smooths out once you add broth gradually.
Adjust consistency with extra broth or milk if it becomes too thick.
Skip or increase red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
You can use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken to save time.
Avoid overcooking noodles; they soften quickly.
For meal prep, make the base ahead and add cream/noodles just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-pot, stovetop simmering
- Cuisine: American