Description
This comforting Chicken & Soup Noodles recipe combines tender seared chicken breasts simmered in a flavorful broth with creamy soups and tender egg noodles, creating a rich and hearty one-pot meal that serves 4 to 6 people. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it features a blend of spices like paprika and cayenne to add a gentle kick and depth of flavor.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 3 skinless boneless chicken breasts, evenly pounded
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Soup Base
- 1 quart chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 (10.5 oz.) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.5 oz.) can cheddar cheese soup
Vegetables & Noodles
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 16 oz. Reams Frozen Egg Noodles
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Prepare and Season Chicken: Preheat a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat and add the unsalted butter. Season the pounded chicken breasts lightly with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Sear Chicken: Once the butter has melted and is hot, add the chicken breasts to the pot. Sear them on each side for 3 to 5 minutes until they are golden brown, ensuring a flavorful crust forms.
- Sauté Onions: Remove the seared chicken breasts from the pot and set aside. Add the finely chopped onion to the same pot and cook until translucent and softened, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Simmer Chicken: Return the chicken breasts to the pot with the onions and deglaze the pan by pouring in the chicken broth. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let the chicken cook in the simmering broth until it is easy to shred, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
- Cook Noodles: Add 1 cup of water to the simmering broth and increase the heat to bring the liquid to a boil. Add the frozen egg noodles and cook until the noodles are almost tender, about 15 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese soup, granulated garlic, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Continue to cook, stirring frequently until the noodles are fully cooked and the mixture becomes creamy.
- Season and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting chicken and soup noodles meal.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh egg noodles if frozen aren’t available, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- For a thicker soup, let it simmer a bit longer uncovered to reduce the liquid.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added freshness and color.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content.
- The cayenne can be adjusted or omitted based on heat preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American