🥣 Chicken, Corn & Noodle Soup
A warm, comforting soup with tender chicken, sweet corn, and soft noodles—perfect for chilly days or a quick family meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great)
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained (or 1½ cups fresh/frozen)
- 2 cups egg noodles or pasta of choice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened (5–6 minutes).
- Add chicken broth and thyme; bring to a boil.
- Stir in noodles and simmer 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Add shredded chicken and corn; heat through for 2–3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips
- For a creamier soup, stir in ½ cup milk or cream at the end.
- Add a pinch of crushed red pepper for subtle heat.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day—just reheat gently.
If you want, I can create a low-carb / keto version or a one-pot slow cooker version that’s even easier!