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Cozy 5-Ingredient Fall Chicken Noodle Soup

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A simple, comforting chicken noodle soup made with just five main ingredients and a rotisserie chicken shortcut. Ready in under an hour, it delivers deep, savory flavor without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole rotisserie chicken (about 2–3 pounds)
  • 8 cups (2 quarts) chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
  • 12 ounces wide or extra-wide egg noodles
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your vegetables: Peel and slice carrots into 1/4-inch rounds. Slice celery the same thickness. If using optional aromatics, quarter an onion and smash a couple garlic cloves.
  2. Shred the chicken: Remove meat from rotisserie chicken, discarding skin and bones. Shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks (about 4-5 cups). Set aside.
  3. Start the broth: Pour 8 cups chicken broth into a large Dutch oven or stockpot. Add sliced carrots and celery (and optional onion and garlic if using). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 10 minutes until vegetables start to soften.
  4. Add the chicken: Add shredded chicken to the simmering broth. Cook for 5 minutes to infuse flavor.
  5. Cook the noodles: Add egg noodles to the pot, stirring gently to separate. Cook according to package directions (usually 10-12 minutes for wide egg noodles), stirring occasionally.
  6. Season and finish: Taste broth and season with salt and pepper. Start with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper, adjusting as needed. Remove onion and garlic if used.
  7. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Notes

For best results, use a rotisserie chicken that’s still warm from the store. If you have time, let the soup sit for 15 minutes after cooking to meld flavors. For leftovers, cook noodles separately and add to each bowl to prevent them from getting mushy. To freeze, omit noodles and add fresh when reheating.

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Keywords: chicken noodle soup, fall soup, easy soup, 5-ingredient soup, rotisserie chicken soup, comfort food, quick dinner

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