Description
This comforting Chicken Noodle Soup features tender shredded chicken simmered in a rich, creamy broth infused with garlic, vegetables, and aromatic Sazon spice. Made with sautéed carrots, celery, and onions, this hearty homemade soup is perfect for warming up on chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 carrots (peeled & chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 8–10 garlic cloves (chopped)
- 1 onion (chopped)
Soup Base & Seasonings
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 packets Sazon con azafran
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Protein & Others
- 1.5 – 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups egg noodles
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a pot, melt the butter and add the peeled and chopped carrots, chopped onions, celery, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables soften slightly.
- Add Garlic and Flour: Stir in the chopped garlic and olive oil, sauté until fragrant. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and continuously stir for a few minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth gradually while whisking to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the packets of Sazon con azafran, bay leaves, and the chicken breasts. Cover the pot halfway and boil for 10-15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred Chicken: Reduce heat to a simmer, remove the chicken breasts, shred them using forks, then return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Add Cream and Thicken: Stir in the heavy cream, bring the soup back to a boil, then lower to a simmer and let it cook for another 5-10 minutes to thicken the broth.
- Season and Add Parsley: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
- Cook Noodles: Bring the pot to a boil again and add the egg noodles. Cook the noodles according to package instructions until tender. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the soup will be less creamy.
- The Sazon con azafran adds a signature flavor and color; if unavailable, substitute with a mix of ground coriander, annatto powder, and garlic powder.
- To make the soup spicier, increase crushed red pepper flakes or add cayenne pepper to taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- The egg noodles can be replaced with other pasta types like small shells or elbow macaroni if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chicken Noodle Soup, creamy chicken soup, easy chicken soup, homemade chicken noodle soup, comforting soup
