Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Sauté the vegetables
- Heat the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté the onion, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes until slightly softened and glossy.
Build the broth
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant and light golden.
- Add the chicken broth, dried thyme, dried parsley, and garlic powder, then bring the mixture to a boil.
Cook the soup
- Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and keep the soup at a gentle boil for a moment to heat the chicken through.
- Simmer for 10 minutes so the flavors meld.
- Add the egg noodles and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy.
Season and serve
- Season generously with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference for saltiness and pepper heat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Pro tip: salt early but adjust at the end—noodle type and broth salt level can vary, so final seasoning ensures balanced flavor. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container up to 3 days; reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water to loosen noodles. Freezing is not recommended because egg noodles can soften too much after thawing. For a lighter option, swap to low-sodium chicken broth and use olive oil instead of butter.
