Description
Hearty crack chicken noodle soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending creamy ranch-infused chicken with tender noodles. Savory ingredients meld together, creating a soul-warming meal that promises to satisfy hungry diners with each delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
Base and Seasonings:
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Dairy and Noodles:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces egg noodles
Garnish:
- Green onions or chives, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, warm olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes until vegetables become tender and fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth to the pot. Bring mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is completely cooked through.
- Extract chicken from broth, shred using two forks, and reserve to the side.
- Lower heat and incorporate heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and cream cheese. Stir continuously until cheeses melt completely and create a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Introduce egg noodles, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper into the pot. Simmer for approximately 10 minutes, allowing noodles to become perfectly tender.
- Reintroduce shredded chicken to the soup and fold in crumbled turkey bacon. Taste and fine-tune seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle the rich, creamy soup into serving bowls. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions or chives for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, enjoying the comforting blend of creamy textures and savory ingredients.
Notes
- Customize the heat by adjusting black pepper or adding red pepper flakes for extra kick.
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or milk for a lighter version without losing creaminess.
- Use rotisserie chicken to cut down cooking time and add more robust flavor to the soup.
- Freeze individual portions in airtight containers for quick meal prep during busy weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg