Grandma's Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

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There is just something so comforting about a hot bowl of chicken noodle soup. Nothing can beat this comfort in a bowl, whether you are down with the flu or want to warm yourself up.

This Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup recipe is as classic as possible, with some of the best flavors.

Writing this recipe brought back a lot of nostalgia. I remember when I was a little girl, whenever I had a cold or cough, my grandma would be ready with her piping hot bowl of delicious soup.

After growing up, I started making this soup for myself. Bringing you the original charm of a chicken noodle soup, I have stuck to basics and curated the most straightforward recipe ever.

I can guarantee that with every bite you take of this soup, you will surely remember your grandma and her immense love! So, dive right in.

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Equipments Required

Measuring Cups and Spoons: The most basic equipment will help you get precise measurements so the flavor of your soup is on point and well-balanced.
Large Knife: The recipe involves some chopping, so I suggest using a large, sharp knife.
Chopping Board: This piece of equipment will make your chopping much easier.
Dutch Oven: I recommend using a Dutch oven to prepare this soup, as it works best. However, you can also use a deep, large pot if you don’t have one.
Strainer: Once your noodles are ready, a strainer will make it much easier to drain the liquid.
Bowl: A small bowl will be good enough to make the cornstarch slurry in.
Ladle: This will help with serving your soup once it is ready.

Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup Ingredients & Substitution

Note: This recipe is large enough to serve six portions of soup easily.

1.25 Cups Egg Noodles: Use wide egg noodles as they have the best texture for the soup and will stay intact throughout. If you can’t eat egg noodles, use rice noodles instead.
6 Cups Chicken Stock: Homemade chicken stock is the best. However, you can also use store-bought chicken stock if you are short on time.
½ Teaspoon Vegetable Oil: You can also use sunflower or grapeseed oil.
½ Teaspoons Poultry Seasoning: This soup’s flavor comes from poultry seasoning. However, you can use herbs like sage and dried thyme instead of poultry seasoning.
½ Cup Celery: The celery can be roughly chopped. This will keep it crunchy even after the soup is ready.
½ Cup Onion: Use chopped white onion, as red onion has a very sharp flavor, which will blend well with the rest of the soup.
1.5 Cups Cooked Chicken: You can use leftover pre-cooked chicken, or even rotisserie chicken will do perfectly.
3 Tablespoons Cornstarch: This will help thicken the consistency of the soup.
4 Tablespoons Water: To prepare a cornstarch slurry.
¾ Tablespoon Salt

Preparation & Cooking Time

Preparation Time	Cooking Time	Total Time
15 Minutes	30 Minutes	45 Minutes

How To Make Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup At Home

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, along with some oil and add egg noodles to the water

Step 2

Boil them for about 8 minutes until soft. Drain the water, rinse the noodles in cold water, then drain again.

Step 3

Add chicken stock to a large pot or a Dutch oven.

Step 4

Once the stock starts simmering, add chopped celery and onions to it.

Step 5

Now, you can top the stock with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Add the cornstarch slurry to enhance the texture and thickness of the soup.

Step 7

Moving forward, add the cooked noodles and chicken to the stock.

Step 8

Let the soup simmer for 2-3 minutes, then serve and enjoy.

Expert Tips That I Recommend

For a richer flavor, use bone-in chicken and let it simmer with the soup for a little longer.
Boil a new batch of noodles whenever you want to eat the soup, and only add the amount required for the portions you need.
Add more veggies and a bouquet garni filled with whole spices for a sharper flavor.
Storing this soup with the noodles might not be the best thing to do. The texture of the noodles will not stay as they are after storing the soup for a while.
You can make your chicken stock for superior flavor and quality.

FAQs About Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup

Is it possible to use bone-in chicken for this recipe?

You can use bone-in chicken for this recipe if it is pre-cooked. The bones will add a lot more flavor.

Is there a way to make this soup umami-rich in flavor?

Yes, to make this soup umami-rich in flavor, you can add chopped mushrooms, as they pack a ton of flavor. But if you don’t have mushrooms, you can add a dash of soy sauce to the soup while it simmers.

How do you keep the vegetables added to the soup crispy?

The easiest way to ensure your vegetables remain crispy is to cut them into large chunks. This will ensure they retain their texture even after simmering.

What are some unique ways to spice up this soup?

A few unique ways to spice up this soup are to add Parmesan rind while it is simmering or to add a dash of lemon juice.

Is there a way to thicken this soup without adding cornstarch slurry?

If not with cornstarch slurry, you can thicken this soup by adding a dash of heavy cream.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

Grandma’s chicken soup is one of the healthiest melts you can ever enjoy!

Along with being low in calories, this delicious soup is rich in protein, is low in fat, and is packed with various other vital nutrients.

Calories	149 kcal
Carbohydrates	11 g
Protein	16 g
Fat	4 g
Saturated Fat	1 g
Cholesterol	33 mg
Sodium	1664 mg
Potassium	355 mg
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Vitamin C	1 mg
Calcium	26 mg
Iron	1 mg

Along with being utterly healthy, this soup is also perfect for people on a dairy-free diet or for those who have tree nut allergies, as it does not contain any allergen ingredients for these diets.

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Recipe Variations For Different Diets

Vegan and Vegetarian Diets: Switching the cooked chicken with vegan chicken can quickly turn it into a vegan and vegetarian-friendly soup. Similarly, this recipe can be made with vegetable stock instead of chicken stock. The rest of the ingredients and process remain the same.
Gluten-Free Diet: You can switch egg noodles with rice noodles for this recipe. Just ensure you add them towards the end, as they tend to be much more brittle than egg noodles.
Keto Diet: This soup does have its share of carbohydrates in the form of egg noodles, which means people on a keto diet cannot eat it. But, to accommodate a keto diet, you can substitute egg noodles with zucchini noodles.
Low-Sodium Diet: This soup may have a slightly higher sodium content for some people. The best way to reduce it is to add less salt to your stock and soup and use fresh herbs instead of poultry seasoning to save on some of the extra salt.

Storing And Reheating This Recipe

Storing The Soup:

On The Counter: If you want to enjoy this soup within a few hours of preparing it, you can leave it in the same pot that you prepared it in and keep it on the counter without any worry for up to two hours.
In The Refrigerator: It is best to transfer this soup to the refrigerator after two hours. For that, transfer the soup, without the noodles, to an airtight container and place it in the fridge for up to three days.
In The Freezer: If you want to store the soup for much longer, like a couple of weeks or even a month, it is best to freeze it. For that, I recommend transferring the soup to an airtight container or even a ziplock bag and placing it safely in the freezer for up to a month. Also, thaw the soup thoroughly before reheating.

Reheating The Soup:

On A Stove Top: The easiest and best way to reheat this soup is in a large pot on a stovetop. Let the soup heat up until it begins to simmer; do not let it boil. Ensure your flame is set to low or medium to prevent the soup from boiling.
In A Microwave: If you don’t have a stovetop, you can also reheat this soup in a microwave. Just transfer the soup to a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds at the highest heat setting until piping hot.

What To Serve With This Recipe

This soup has the correct carbohydrate-to-protein ratio, making it a nutritious meal. However, if your soup seems incomplete, you can pair it with an array of options, the most obvious being a piece of Garlic Bread.

You can also be fancy and serve Cheese and Crackers with this dish or a wholesome Vegetable Cheesecake.

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Conclusion

Coming to the end of this article, I hope you have enjoyed reading about how to make this incredibly delicious soup. Grandma’s chicken soup is just as easy to make as it is comforting, which is a massive plus with this recipe.

Moreover, the ingredients needed for this recipe are pretty simple, and it is adaptable to different dietary needs. So, making this soup will be a win-win situation for you, no matter what.

To end this article, all I would like to say is to make this soup recipe once and let us know how it turned out for you in the comments below! Happy cooking!

Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Equipments Required

Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup Ingredients & Substitution

Preparation & Cooking Time