Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

 

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Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

📝 Ingredients:

– 2 tablespoons butter

– 1 medium onion, diced

– 3 garlic cloves, minced

– 3 medium carrots, sliced

– 2 celery stalks, diced

– 4 cups chicken broth

– 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)

– 1 teaspoon dried thyme

– 1 teaspoon dried parsley

– Salt and pepper to taste

– 1 cup frozen peas

– 2 cups uncooked pasta (elbow macaroni or egg noodles)

– 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)

– 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for extra thickness)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. *Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.

2. Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth, shredded chicken, thyme, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.

3. Cook the Pasta: Add the pasta to the pot and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Add Peas and Cream: Stir in the frozen peas and heavy cream. For extra thickness, add the cornstarch mixture. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the soup is creamy and heated through.

5. Serve: Ladle into bowls and enjoy with warm crusty bread or crackers.

This creamy version of chicken noodle soup is perfect for a cozy night in and will surely be a family favorite!