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Zuppa di Pollo e Noodles (Chicken Noodle Soup)

Italian2+ Hours
Punchline

Whip up a cozy bowl of comfort with this easy and delicious soup, perfect for the whole family!

ingredients
chicken2pounds
carrot3pieces
celery2pieces
onion1piece
garlic3cloves
chicken broth8cups
egg noodles2cups
parsley0.5cup
salt1teaspoon
pepper1teaspoon
instructions
    1

    In your crockpot, combine 2 pounds of chicken, 3 pieces of carrot diced, 2 pieces of celery diced, 1 piece of onion chopped, and 3 cloves of garlic minced.

    2

    Pour in 8 cups of chicken broth.

    3

    Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Stir it all together.

    4

    Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.

    5

    Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks.

    6

    Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.

    7

    Add in 2 cups of egg noodles and stir well.

    8

    Cover and let it cook for an additional 20 to 30 minutes until the noodles are tender.

    9

    Finally, stir in 0.5 cup of chopped parsley before serving.

Servings

6

How to be creative
  • Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
  • Top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
  • Incorporate different vegetables such as spinach or peas for added nutrition.
Important Tips
  • For a heartier soup, use whole wheat egg noodles.
  • Make sure to taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving.
  • Use homemade chicken broth for richer flavor.
nutritions
  • fat: 11g
  • protein: 28g
  • calories: 320
  • carbohydrates: 30g
Health impact

This soup is a comforting source of lean protein and vitamins from the vegetables, promoting overall health and wellness.